Lenguaje (en. Language)

/leŋˈɡwa.xe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of signs and rules that allows communication between human beings.
The Spanish language has a very rich grammar.
El lenguaje español tiene una gramática muy rica.
Way of expressing oneself or using words in a specific context.
His language was very poetic and full of metaphors.
Su lenguaje era muy poético y lleno de metáforas.
Human capacity to acquire and use languages.
The study of language is fundamental in psychology.
El estudio del lenguaje es fundamental en la psicología.

Etymology

From Latin 'linguāgĭum', which means 'relation to the tongue'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

power of language
Ability to communicate effectively.
poder de lenguaje
body language
Communicate without words through gestures and postures.
lenguaje corporal
technical language
Set of specific terms of a profession or discipline.
lenguaje técnico

Related Words

language
System of verbal communication characteristic of a social group.
idioma
jargon
Particular language of a professional or social group.
jerga
dialect
Variety of a language spoken in a specific region.
dialecto

Slang Meanings

Colloquial language used in certain regions.
At the beach, everyone spoke a very relaxed and fun language.
En la playa, todos hablaban un lenguaje muy relajado y divertido.
Form of expression used on the internet.
The language that young people use on social media is sometimes difficult to understand.
El lenguaje que usan los jóvenes en redes sociales a veces es difícil de entender.