linguist
2 synonyms for linguist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A scholar who studies the structure and history of language.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
polyglot
linguistic scientist
Etymology
From Latin lingua ("language") plus the suffix -ist.
Full origin of linguist →Frequently asked questions
What does “linguist” mean?
The word “linguist” means a scholar who studies the structure and history of language. In plain terms, a person who studies languages professionally, or simply someone good at learning them.
How do you pronounce “linguist”?
“Linguist” is pronounced LIHNGG-wihst (/ˈlɪŋɡwɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “linguist” in a sentence?
Here is “linguist” used in a sentence: “The linguist traced how the word changed meaning over centuries.”
What part of speech is “linguist”?
“Linguist” is a noun.
Where does the word “linguist” come from?
The word “linguist” comes from Latin. From Latin lingua ("language") plus the suffix -ist.
How many meanings does “linguist” have?
“Linguist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a scholar who studies the structure and history of language.
