Definition

In a way that involves or uses multiple languages.

Example

She speaks multilingually, switching between three languages in one conversation.

Conversation

I heard you can speak three languages now!

Yeah, it's been fun learning to communicate multilingually.

That sounds amazing! How did you manage it?

I practiced a lot with native speakers and used language apps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multilingually → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "lingua" (from Latin, meaning tongue or language) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "multilingually" means in a manner that involves many languages.

Memory Tip

Think of 'multi-' meaning many and 'lingua' referring to language — this helps you remember that 'multilingually' means using many languages.

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