fluency — the ability to speak or write a language easily and accurately
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to speak or write a language easily and accurately
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfluːənsi/
Example Sentences
- His Korean fluency improved dramatically after he started dating a Korean celebrity.
- The robot's conversational fluency was so impressive that customers forgot they were talking to a machine.
- Reading fluency is essential for academic success in higher education.
fluency
NOUN[/ˈfluːənsi/]
the ability to speak or write a language easily and accurately
Her fluency in French amazed the Parisian shopkeeper during their long chat.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from Latin fluentia, derived from fluere, meaning 'to flow'. The metaphorical sense developed from the natural, unobstructed flow of water to describe language or behavior that flows smoothly and naturally without hesitation.
Breakdown
fluent (from Latin fluens, 'flowing') + -cy (suffix denoting a state or quality). The root fluere means 'to flow', with -cy forming an abstract noun indicating the quality or state of flowing smoothly.
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📝Examples
“His Korean fluency improved dramatically after he started dating a Korean celebrity.”
“The robot's conversational fluency was so impressive that customers forgot they were talking to a machine.”
“Reading fluency is essential for academic success in higher education.”
“She practiced piano scales daily to develop musical fluency.”
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