Natifs (en. Natives)
/na.tif/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
Individuals originating from a specific country or region.
Native Americans have a rich and diverse culture.
Les natifs d'Amérique ont une culture riche et diversifiée.
People who have spoken a language since childhood.
Native Spanish speakers have a perfect command of grammar.
Les natifs de la langue espagnole maîtrisent parfaitement la grammaire.
Etymology
The word 'native' comes from the Latin 'nativus', meaning 'born'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
natives of the country
People born in a country.
natifs du pays
digital native
A person who grew up in the digital age.
natif numérique
Related Words
nativity
The act of being born, often related to the birth of Jesus.
nativité
natural
Refers to what is inherent to nature, in contrast to what is artificial.
naturel
nation
A group of people sharing common cultural and historical characteristics.
nation
Slang Meanings
Digital natives
Digital natives adapt easily to new technologies.
Les natifs du digital s'adaptent facilement aux nouvelles technologies.
Natives of a place
The natives here are very proud of their cultural heritage.
Les natifs ici sont très fiers de leur héritage culturel.