second language — a language that a person learns and uses in addition to their first or native language
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a language that a person learns and uses in addition to their first or native language
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsekənd ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother learned Korean as a second language when she moved to Korea 50 years ago, and now she speaks it better than some natives!
- The company requires all employees to be fluent in at least one second language for international business.
- He dreams in his second language now, which means he's truly bilingual - or just really confused!
second language
NOUN[/ˈsekənd ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/]
a language that a person learns and uses in addition to their first or native language
She practices her second language with classmates every afternoon.
From language anguish to language joy!
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“My grandmother learned Korean as a second language when she moved to Korea 50 years ago, and now she speaks it better than some natives!”
“The company requires all employees to be fluent in at least one second language for international business.”
“He dreams in his second language now, which means he's truly bilingual - or just really confused!”
“Second language learning becomes more challenging as we age, but it's never too late to start.”
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