Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bilingual
adjective
/ˌbaɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/
Definition
A person who is able to speak and understand two languages fluently.
Examples
- She is bilingual and can switch between English and Spanish effortlessly.
- Being bilingual can enhance job opportunities in a globalized world.
- Many children grow up in bilingual households and learn two languages from an early age.
Meaning
Being bilingual means having the ability to communicate in two different languages, which can apply to speaking, reading, and writing.
Synonyms
- bilingualism
- dual-language
- polyglot (when referring to more than two languages)
