Definitions and Examples of native, local
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth, whether subsequently resident there or not.
Example
She is a native of France and speaks French fluently.
Example
The native flora and fauna of the Amazon rainforest are unique and diverse.
Belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood, typically exclusively so.
Example
The local farmers' market sells fresh produce grown in the surrounding area.
Example
He is a local of New York City and knows all the best places to eat.
Key Differences: native vs local
- 1Native refers to a person born in a specific place or associated with a place by birth, while local refers to a person who lives in a particular area or neighborhood.
- 2Native can also be used as an adjective to describe something that belongs to a particular place by birth or origin, while local is used to describe something that belongs or relates to a particular area or neighborhood.
Effective Usage of native, local
- 1Travel: Use native and local to describe people and things you encounter while traveling.
- 2Culture: Incorporate these antonyms to discuss cultural differences and similarities.
- 3Community: Use local to describe people or things that belong to a particular area or neighborhood.
Remember this!
The antonyms of foreigner are native and local. Use native to describe a person born in a specific place or associated with a place by birth, and local to describe a person or thing that belongs or relates to a particular area or neighborhood. These antonyms can be used in travel, culture, and community contexts.
