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natives

[ˈneɪtɪvz]
nounpl: natives
nativos
1. People born in a particular place or country
The natives of Australia have a rich cultural heritage.
Os nativos da Austrália têm um rico patrimônio cultural.
2. Indigenous inhabitants of a region, often used historically or anthropologically
The natives welcomed the explorers to their island.
Os nativos receberam bem os exploradores em sua ilha.
3. Plants or animals originating in a particular region
These natives grow well in the local climate.
Esses nativos crescem bem no clima local.
Synonyms
inhabitantsindigenous peopleaboriginal peoplelocalsresidents
Antonyms
foreignersoutsidersimmigrantsvisitors

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nativos
Standard term for indigenous peoples and native inhabitants
Rio de Janeiro
nativos
Same as general usage
São Paulo
nativos
Same as general usage
Portugal
nativos
Standard term; may also use 'indígenas' for indigenous peoples

Related Idioms & Phrases

native to
native speaker
go native
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