fluent
Translation
fluent
Examples
She is a fluent speaker of English.
She is a fluent speaker of English.
He is fluent in three languages.
He is fluent in three languages.
Grammar Patterns
fluent ((in sth.)) able to speak or write (sth.) easily He is fluent in three languages.
a fluent speaker ((of sth.)) someone who speaks (sth.) well She is a fluent speaker of English.
Similar Words
Synonyms: articulate, eloquent; Antonyms: hesitant, halting
Etymology
From Latin 'fluens', present participle of 'fluere' (to flow).
Memory Tips
Think of words 'flowing' like a river. This adjective describes someone who can speak smoothly.