Meaning & Definition of word "Fluency"

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    Fluency

    /ˈfluːənsi/

    noun:

    • 1. The ability to express oneself easily and articulately in speech or writing.
      • Example: Her fluency in Spanish impressed everyone during the meeting.
    • 2. The quality of being fluent; smoothness of flow.
      • Example: The fluency of his prose made the novel a pleasure to read.
    • 3. The ability to perform a task or skill with ease and accuracy.
      • Example: His fluency in mathematics was evident during the exam.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin word 'fluens', meaning 'flowing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    speak with fluency:

    To speak a language easily and accurately.

    write with fluency:

    To write in a clear and flowing manner.

    achieve fluency:

    To reach a level of proficiency in a skill or language.

    Related Words

    fluent:

    Able to speak or write a language easily and accurately.

    fluently:

    In a fluent manner; with ease and grace.

    fluent speaker:

    A person who can communicate easily in a language.

    Slang Meanings of fluency

    Meaning: To be on point

    Example Sentence: Her fluency in French is on point; she can converse like a native.

    Meaning: To flow

    Example Sentence: Once he got into the groove, his fluency really began to flow.