Meaning & Definition of word "Polyglot"

Polyglot

/ˈpɒlɪɡlɒt/

1. A person who knows and is able to use several languages.
- Example: As a polyglot, she could converse fluently in five different languages.
2. A book containing the same text in multiple languages.
- Example: The library had a fascinating polyglot of biblical texts.

1. Knowing or using several languages.
- Example: His polyglot skills make him an asset in international business meetings.
2. Relating to or composed of several languages.
- Example: The polyglot culture of the city reflects its diverse population.

●From the Greek 'polyglottos', meaning 'having several languages'.

polyglot society:

A society that includes many languages and cultures.

polyglot state:

A state where multiple languages are spoken.

polyglotism:

The practice or quality of using several languages.

linguist:

A person skilled in several languages.

bilingual:

Able to speak two languages fluently.

multilingual:

Able to communicate in multiple languages.

Meaning: Language nerd

● Example Sentence: He’s a total language nerd, always learning new languages like a polyglot.

Meaning: Language geek

● Example Sentence: Being a language geek, she enjoys working on her polyglot skills every day.