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Definition of fluency

fluency

/ˈfluː.ən.si/
flu · en · cy
Adverb:fluently
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Plural:fluencies
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Adjective:fluent
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• noun

1

The ability to speak or write a particular language easily, accurately, and smoothly.

Example

"Living in Madrid for two years greatly improved her fluency in Spanish."

2

The quality of expressing oneself or performing a complex skill effortlessly, smoothly, and with high competence.

Example

"The pianist played the challenging concerto with remarkable grace and fluency."

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• Rhymes for fluency

• Nearby Words

fluctuate
fluctuation
flue
fluency
fluent
fluently
fluff

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin fluentia ('a flowing'), derived from fluere ('to flow').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fluency. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fluency
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