What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
indigenously
Example
The tribe has been living indigenously in the forest for centuries. [indigenously: adverb]
Example
The indigenously grown crops are well-suited to the local climate. [indigenously: adjective]
natively
Example
She is natively talented in music and can play multiple instruments. [natively: adverb]
Example
He speaks English fluently as it is his natively spoken language. [natively: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Natively is more commonly used than indigenously in everyday language. Natively is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while indigenously is less common and refers to a more specific context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between indigenously and natively?
Both indigenously and natively are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
