Fluent

usgb/ˈfluːənt/
adjective

Able to speak or write a language easily, well and without interruptions.

He's fluent in English and French.
Visual representation of "fluent" - Able to speak or write a language easily, well and without interruptions.

Often appears as...

  • be fluent in
  • speak fluent english
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Not Just Speed

Fluency isn't just about speaking fast; it's about expressing thoughts without pausing to find words.

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Even though he speaks slowly, his fluent English is evident in his confident communication.
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Culture Grasp

Being fluent often includes understanding cultural references and idioms in the language.

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She laughed at all the jokes, showing she's fluent in the cultural nuances of English.
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Beyond Vocabulary

Fluency means using grammar correctly and knowing appropriate phrases, not just having a large vocabulary.

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His fluent speech included varied sentence structures and accurate tenses.
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