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multilingual

/ˌmʌltɪˈlɪŋɡwəl/
speaking or using multiple languages

She is multilingual and speaks five languages fluently.

This means she can communicate in five different languages.


formal

able to speak, read, or write in multiple languages

The conference was designed to be multilingual to accommodate international attendees.

The event provided materials and speakers in several languages.

Often used to describe people, documents, or events that support multiple languages.

Collocations

multilingual educationteaching in multiple languagesmultilingual websitea website available in multiple languages

Synonyms

polyglotmultilingual speakermultilingual individual

Antonyms

monolingual

Related Phrases

multilingualismphrase
the ability to use multiple languages
bilingualphrase
able to speak two languages

Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use 'multilingual' to describe people, documents, or systems that support multiple languages.

Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Do not confuse 'multilingual' with 'bilingual'—the former refers to more than two languages.

Word Origin

From Latin 'multi-' (many) + 'lingua' (language) + '-al' (suffix forming adjectives)

Usage Notes

Commonly used to describe individuals, systems, or content that support multiple languages.

Word Breakdown

multi-
many
prefix
+
-lingual
related to language
suffix
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