fluency

noun

flu·​en·​cy ˈflü-ən(t)-sē How to pronounce fluency (audio)
Synonyms of fluencynext
: the quality or state of being fluent

Examples of fluency in a Sentence

She speaks with great fluency. Students must demonstrate fluency in a foreign language to earn a degree. a dancer known for her fluency and grace He plays the piano with speed and fluency.
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In many cases, the strongest candidates will combine technical fluency with elevated soft skills, namely judgment, adaptability and communication. Anthony Donnarumma, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 The clothing felt tied to authorship, personal taste and cultural fluency, strengthening the broader impression Imah left throughout the night. Partner Content, Variety, 10 June 2026 However, the researchers stress that normal aging, stress, fatigue, and many other factors can also affect speech fluency. Laura Bradley, Health, 9 June 2026 If passed, the bipartisan bill would use a combination of foundational literacy components, including phonemic awareness, fluency, language structure, vocabulary, background knowledge and literacy knowledge to teach reading, according to the bill's text. Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fluency

Word History

First Known Use

1636, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fluency was in 1636

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“Fluency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fluency. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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fluency

noun
flu·​en·​cy ˈflü-ən-sē How to pronounce fluency (audio)
: the quality or state of being fluent

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