Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
monoglot
noun
/ˈmɒnəɡlɒt/
Definition
A person who speaks only one language.
Examples
- As a monoglot, he found it challenging to communicate when traveling abroad.
- Despite being a monoglot, she enjoyed reading literature in translation.
- His monoglot upbringing led to a strong attachment to his native language.
Meaning
Monoglot is often used to describe individuals who are proficient in only one language, contrasting with polyglots who can speak multiple languages.
Synonyms
- Unilingual
- Single-language speaker
- One-language speaker
