Unit 1 - 1A

the system of communication by spoken or written words, that the people of a particular country or region use

He wants to become bilingual and speak multiple languages fluently.

the fact that one is able or possesses the necessary skills or means to do something

His ability to solve complex problems quickly impressed the team.

the primary language that a person learns and uses fluently from early childhood

His first language is Spanish, but he speaks English fluently as well.

a language that a person learns after their first language, often through formal education or exposure to a different culture or community

English is commonly taught as a second language in many countries around the world.

able to speak, understand, or use two languages fluently

Growing up in a bilingual household, she effortlessly switched between English and Spanish.

able to speak or write clearly and effortlessly

She gave a fluent explanation of the new policy.

having a quality that is satisfying

She has a good memory and can remember details easily.

to be capable of living or doing something using the available resources, knowledge, money, etc.

He didn't know the local language, but he could get by using basic phrases and gestures.

to use one's voice to express a particular feeling or thought

He spoke about his experiences during the meeting.

a talk that is between two or more people and they tell each other about different things like feelings, ideas, and thoughts

During our conversation, I learned he had lived in Italy for five years.

covered with a reddish or brownish coating called rust that forms on iron or steel when exposed to moisture and air

The old bike was rusty after being left outside for years.

to have some information about something

Do you know where the nearest gas station is?

to take and lift something or someone up

He picked the suitcase up and walked to the taxi stand.