1. The original or natural state of something, especially a language, word, or cultural element as it exists in its place of origin
The native form of the word is Sanskrit, before it was borrowed into English.
A forma nativa da palavra é sânscrito, antes de ser emprestada para o inglês.
2. In linguistics, the form of a word or language as naturally used by native speakers
We study the native form of the dialect to understand its authentic pronunciation.
Estudamos a forma nativa do dialeto para entender sua pronúncia autêntica.
3. In computing and data management, data in its original format before conversion or transformation
The database stores information in native form before exporting to other formats.
O banco de dados armazena informações em forma nativa antes de exportar para outros formatos.