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流暢に話す
りゅうちょうにはなす
speak fluently
彼女は流暢に日本語を話す。
She speaks Japanese fluently.
neutral
To speak a language smoothly and without hesitation.
彼は流暢に英語を話すことができる。
He can speak English fluently.
彼女は流暢にフランス語を話す。
She speaks French fluently.
Often used to describe non-native speakers who have achieved a high level of proficiency in a language.
Pro Tip
Natural vs. Learned Fluency
流暢に話す emphasizes smoothness and ease, while ペラペラ話す often implies speaking without an accent or like a native. The latter can sound more casual or colloquial.
Word Origin
流暢 (りゅうちょう) means 'fluent' or 'smooth,' derived from Chinese 流暢 (liúchàng). 話す (はなす) means 'to speak.' The phrase combines these to describe fluent speech.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Often paired with languages (e.g., 日本語を流暢に話す).
Word Breakdown
流暢
fluent, smooth
nounに
adverb marker
particle話す
to speak
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