Sentence examples for functional command of the language from inspiring English sources

Over time, knowing English has become important to secure office employment as most employers require white-collar applicants to have at least a functional command of the language (Wright 2002; Do 2006).

Or will it arise from the bottom up, through societal processes and institutions such as international nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), the transnational sharing of norms (e.g., for protecting the environment), a global second language (about one quarter of the world's population has at least a functional command of English), and other informal social networks?

And his command of the language and slang of the period is as impressive.

As his command of the language returned, so, it seemed, did his awareness of his pitiable condition.

His clear command of the language is rewarding, and he infuses both Oberon and Theseus with an authoritative majesty.

Naturally, I've read more in Spanish now, lived more, and my command of the language has improved.

His command of the language was beautiful, poetry in motion.

She has minimal command of the language of the host country.

She has very little command of the language of the host country.

The exclusion criterion was insufficient command of the language spoken in the study center.

A strong command of the language may also assist with cultivation of friendships and support from peers, both of which are predictors of assimilation.