Spanish-speaking
UK: ˈspænɪʃˌspiːkɪŋ | US: ˈspænɪʃˌspikɪŋ
adj. relating to or using the Spanish language
adj. describing a person or community that speaks Spanish
The word combines "Spanish," derived from "Spain" (itself rooted in Latin Hispania), with "speaking," from Old English specan (to talk). The hyphenated form emerged in English to create a compound adjective, clearly linking the language (Spanish) with the action (speaking). This structure is common in English for describing linguistic or cultural attributes (e.g., "English-speaking," "French-speaking").
She works in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood.
The school offers programs for Spanish-speaking students.
Spanish-speaking countries celebrate diverse cultural traditions.
His Spanish-speaking skills improved after living in Mexico.
The app is popular among Spanish-speaking users worldwide.