Localize

Pronunciation: /ˈloʊ.kəˌlaɪz/

Definitions of localize

verb to make something specific to a particular place or group

Example Sentences

A1 I need to localize this menu for the new restaurant.

A2 The company is looking to localize their website for different regions.

B1 It is important for businesses to localize their marketing strategies to appeal to local customers.

B2 The software allows users to localize the interface to their preferred language.

C1 The global company has a team dedicated to localizing products for specific markets.

C2 The localization team works closely with translators to ensure cultural nuances are accurately represented in the content.

Examples of localize in a Sentence

formal The company decided to localize their product to better cater to the needs of the specific region.

informal They're planning to localize the app so it works better for people in this area.

slang We need to localize this menu for the locals, they won't understand all these fancy terms.

figurative She tried to localize her presentation by using examples that were more relatable to the audience.

Grammatical Forms of localize

• past tense: localized
• plural: localizes
• comparative: more localized
• superlative: most localized
• present tense: localize
• future tense: will localize
• perfect tense: has localized
• continuous tense: is localizing
• singular: localize
• positive degree: localize
• infinitive: to localize
• gerund: localizing
• participle: localized

Origin and Evolution of localize

First Known Use: 1818 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'localize' originated from the Latin word 'localis' meaning 'pertaining to a place'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of geography and spatial relationships, 'localize' has evolved to also refer to adapting or customizing something for a specific location or audience.