Language

/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A system of communication used by a particular community or country, consisting of written and spoken words and the rules of their combination.

English is a widely spoken language around the world.

The ability to communicate in a particular language.

Her language skills allowed her to translate documents between French and Spanish.

A particular form or style of speaking or writing.

The author has a unique language that draws the reader into the story.

A specialized set of terms and expressions used in a particular field.

The technical language of engineering can be difficult for outsiders to understand.

Non-verbal communication through gestures, symbols, or images.

Body language can convey more than spoken words in a conversation.

From Middle English 'langage' from Old French 'langage', from Latin 'lingua' meaning 'tongue, speech'.

first language:

The main language spoken by someone from birth.

body language:

Nonverbal communication expressed through body movements.

language barrier:

A difficulty in communication due to differences in language.

Talk

We had some serious talk last night.

Lingo

I don't understand this tech lingo.