Indigenous

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdɪʤənəs/

Definitions of indigenous

noun a person or thing that is indigenous

Example Sentences

A1 The indigenous people lived in harmony with nature.

A2 The indigenous of the region have their own unique language and customs.

B1 The government has implemented policies to protect the rights of indigenous communities.

B2 The indigenous tribes have been fighting for recognition of their land rights for decades.

C1 The indigenous population faces challenges in preserving their cultural heritage in the modern world.

C2 The indigenous leaders are working towards sustainable development for their communities.

adjective originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native

Example Sentences

A1 The indigenous people lived in harmony with nature.

A2 The indigenous culture has been preserved for generations.

B1 The indigenous language is at risk of extinction.

B2 The indigenous tribes have their own unique traditions and customs.

C1 The indigenous community is fighting for recognition of their land rights.

C2 The indigenous population has faced centuries of discrimination and marginalization.

Examples of indigenous in a Sentence

formal The indigenous people of this land have a rich cultural heritage.

informal The indigenous community is hosting a cultural event next week.

slang Some indigenous folks are planning a big party for the holiday.

figurative The company prides itself on using indigenous materials in their products.

Grammatical Forms of indigenous

past tense

indigenized

plural

indigenous

comparative

more indigenous

superlative

most indigenous

present tense

indigenizes

future tense

will indigenize

perfect tense

has indigenized

continuous tense

is indigenizing

singular

indigenous

positive degree

indigenous

infinitive

to indigenize

gerund

indigenizing

participle

indigenized

Origin and Evolution of indigenous

First Known Use: 1646 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'indigenous' originated from the Latin word 'indigena', which means 'native' or 'born in a place'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to people or things that are native to a particular region or environment, the term 'indigenous' has evolved to encompass a broader understanding of the rights and identities of native or original inhabitants of a place, particularly in the context of colonization and decolonization movements.