The difference between Monolingual and Unilingual

When used as nouns, monolingual means a person who knows or uses only a single language, whereas unilingual means a person who understands only one language.

When used as adjectives, monolingual means knowing or using a single language, whereas unilingual means knowing or using a single language.


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  1. Monolingual as an adjective:

    Knowing or using a single language.

  1. Monolingual as a noun:

    A person who knows or uses only a single language; a monoglot.

  1. Unilingual as an adjective:

    Knowing or using a single language.

  1. Unilingual as a noun:

    A person who understands only one language.