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    Langue (en. Language)

    /lɑ̃ɡ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A mobile organ that enables chewing, swallowing, and speech.
    He bit his tongue while eating.
    Il a mordu sa langue en mangeant.
    A communication system characteristic of a group, nation, or culture.
    French is a Romance language.
    Le français est une langue romane.
    The ability to express oneself through speech.
    She has a great command of the language.
    Elle a une grande maîtrise de la langue.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'lingua', which means 'language' or 'tongue'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wooden language
    Stereotypical discourse that is empty of meaning.
    langue de bois
    to have a silver tongue
    To be talkative.
    avoir la langue bien pendue
    to give up on finding an answer
    To give up a search for an answer.
    donner sa langue au chat

    Related Words

    bilingual
    A person who speaks two languages.
    bilingue
    linguistics
    The study of language.
    linguistique

    Slang Meanings

    Talk too much
    He is always very chatty about other people's problems.
    Il a toujours langue longue sur les problèmes des autres.
    Loose lips
    She is known for her loose lips; she can't keep a secret.
    Elle est connue pour sa langue pendue, elle ne peut pas garder un secret.