indigenous
/ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6784 in the learning path
本土的；原住民的
Definitions
adj. Originating or living naturally in a place, rather than arriving later.
本土的；原住民的
Example
These flowers are indigenous to the valley near our village.
这些花原产于我们村庄附近的山谷。
Protecting indigenous languages helps preserve cultural knowledge that has been passed down through many generations.
保护原住民语言有助于保存世代相传的文化知识。
Collocations
- indigenous peoples
- indigenous languages
- indigenous species
- indigenous to an area
Synonyms
- native
Antonyms
- non-native
Usage tip
常用indigenous to；修饰人群时常将首字母大写。
FAQ
- What does indigenous mean?
- Originating or living naturally in a place, rather than arriving later.
- How is indigenous pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/, US /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
