Matching Pairs Language learningOnline version Match the words and definitions by Oksana Koval 1 to get by in a language 2 to have a natural flair for languages 3 to master a language 4 to have (an) extensive vocabulary 5 to immerse yourself in (English) 6 to be accurate 7 proficient 8 the lingua franca 9 to pick up /acquire a language know just enough of a language for simple communication to be precise, without too many grammar mistakes To learn a language to a native or near-native level.to speak and understand a language very well to completely surround yourself with to know and use a large number of words a language that is adopted as a common language between speakers whose native languages are different. have natural ability to speak languages well skilled at; highly knowledgeable of learn a language by practising it, rather than by learning it in a class