Synonyms for

Language

Verb / ˈlæŋgwʌdʒ / / ˈlæŋgwɪdʒ / Another word for language — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Language is a system of communication used by a particular community or country.

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Common collocations

  • native language
  • foreign language
  • spoken language
  • written language
  • body language
  • programming language
  • language barrier
  • language skills

Word family

adjective linguistic

Usage note

While 'language' can refer to any system of communication, it often implies human spoken or written communication. Be mindful of context when using it for animal communication or computer code.

Example sentences

  1. I am learning a new language in school.
  2. My grandparents speak a different language than I do.
  3. English is a popular language spoken in many countries.
  4. The internet has made it easier to learn a new language.
  5. Sign language is a visual language used by the deaf community.

Quotes

  • Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going. - Rita Mae Brown
  • Language is the blood of the soul into which thoughts run and out of which they grow. - Oliver Wendell Holmes
  • Language is the key to the heart of people. - Ahmed Deedat

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