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