Fluent

/ˈfluː.ənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Able to express oneself easily and articulately in a language.
She is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Flowing smoothly; effortlessly elegant.
His fluent writing style captivated the readers.
Clear and persuasive in speaking or writing.
The politician's fluent speech impressed the audience.

Etymology

From Latin 'fluens', meaning 'flowing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fluent speaker
A person who can speak a language with ease.
fluent in
Being skilled in a particular language or subject.
fluent flow
The smooth and continuous manner of speaking or writing.

Related Words

fluency
The ability to speak or write a language with ease.
flow
Smooth, uninterrupted movement.
eloquence
Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing.

Slang Meanings

Talking effortlessly or skillfully.
His speech was so fluent, it was like he was born to do it.
Expressing thoughts spontaneously and clearly.
She was so fluent in her explanation, it made everything easy to understand.