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Thai

คล่อง

Pronunciation

khlɔ̂ŋ

คล่อง

khlɔ̂ŋ

fluent

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  1. 1 fluent、skillful、able to use smoothly
  2. 2 skillfully、fluently、smoothly
  3. 3 smooth、unobstructed、running smoothly、financially comfortable

คล่อง describes something that goes smoothly without getting stuck. It is often used for fluent language ability, practiced skill, quick movement or work, and smooth progress.

1

fluent、skillful、able to use smoothly

Adjective⭐️4 Often used

Describes being able to use a language or skill smoothly and without hesitation.

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2

skillfully、fluently、smoothly

Adverb⭐️3 Common

Describes doing an action smoothly, quickly, and with practiced ease.

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3

smooth、unobstructed、running smoothly、financially comfortable

Adjective⭐️3 Common

Describes a flow or process that moves smoothly without obstruction, such as traffic, work, machinery, or finances.

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Learning notes

Explanation

The core idea of คล่อง is smoothness without hesitation or obstruction. With languages, it means fluent practical use, not just knowledge. With work or tools, it suggests practiced ease. With traffic, machines, or processes, it means things are moving without getting stuck. With money, it can mean having enough financial room to manage comfortably.

Usage

It is common when talking about language ability, reading and writing, using computers or tools, work performance, traffic, machinery, and cash flow. It works naturally in both everyday and workplace contexts.

Caution

Do not use คล่อง for a physically slippery surface; ลื่น is the normal word for that.

Differences from similar words

1 fluent synonyms

2 skillfully synonyms

  • แคล่วคล่อง strongly suggests nimble, agile movement. คล่อง is broader and can describe language, skills, work, or actions.

3 smooth synonyms

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