The ability to utilize two languages with equal fluency; an official policy of Canada, with two official languages (English and French).

1873, from bilingual + -ism.

n. in linguistics, refers to the ability to use two different languages with equal or almost-equal fluency. A person becomes more fluent in both languages through regular use. See biliteracy- also ear [..]

A person who speaks two languages in the community.

(n) the ability to speak two languages colloquially

For the purpose of this policy, bilingualism is defined as oral fluency and literacy in both English and French.

Being able to communicate effectively in two or more languages, with more or less the same degree of proficiency.

the fact of being able to speak two languages, especially native or habitual languages. At one time, such a capacity was deemed to be a drawback for schoolchildren but is now believed to have broad ed [..]

Bilingualism is the ability to use two languages. However, defining bilingualism can be problematic since there may be variation in proficiency across the four language dimensions (listening, speaking [..]

The ability to speak two languages with native-like competence. In every individual case one language will be dominant. Lay people often use the term if someone can simply speak a second language well [..]

Bilingualism is the ability to use two languages. However, defining bilingualism can be problematic since there may be variation in proficiency across the four language dimensions (listening, speaking [..]

The condition of being bilingual; the ability to speak two languages.