language
含义: A system of communication used by a particular country or community
'Language' refers to the structured system of words and grammar used for human communication, whether spoken or written. It can also mean a style of expression ('legal language') or programming languages used by computers. 'Body language' refers to non-verbal communication.
例句
- How many languages do you speak? 你会说几种语言？¿Cuántos idiomas hablas?何ヶ国語を話せますか？몇 개 국어를 하세요?
- The legal language in this contract is difficult to understand. 这份合同中的法律用语很难理解。El lenguaje jurídico de este contrato es difícil de entender.この契約書の法律用語は理解しにくいです。이 계약서의 법률 용어는 이해하기 어렵습니다.
- Children learn language remarkably quickly. 孩子学习语言的速度非常快。Los niños aprenden el lenguaje con notable rapidez.子供は驚くほど早く言語を習得します。아이들은 놀라울 정도로 빠르게 언어를 습득합니다.
发音
用法指南
语境: general
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Old French 'langage', from 'langue' (tongue), from Latin 'lingua' (tongue, language). The connection between 'tongue' and 'language' exists across many cultures — we still speak of one's 'mother tongue'. Related to 'linguistics' and 'bilingual'.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
故事与趣闻
From Latin 'lingua' meaning tongue. This connection between tongue and language exists in many cultures—we still speak of one's 'mother tongue' and describe eloquent speakers as having a 'silver tongue'.
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