Esl

Esl

A short documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun (abbreviation)

Pronunciation

ee-ess-EL   /ˌiː ɛs ˈɛl/

Definition

An abbreviation for English as a Second Language, referring to the teaching and learning of English by people whose first language is not English, particularly when they live or study in an English-speaking environment.

Plain meaning

Short for English as a Second Language — learning English when it's not your first language, especially while living in an English-speaking country.

Register

Neutral and technical. Comfortable in education, publishing, software, and casual conversation.