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What is another word for native tongue?

57 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ nˈe͡ɪtɪv tˈʌŋ], [ nˈe‍ɪtɪv tˈʌŋ], [ n_ˈeɪ_t_ɪ_v t_ˈʌ_ŋ]

How to use "Native tongue" in context?

The phrase, "native tongue", is often misunderstood. To some people, it means the native language of a person, place, or culture. To others, it refers to the language the speaker is most comfortable speaking. Native tongue has several different meanings, depending on the context it is used. Here are a few examples:

1. The native tongue of a person, place, or culture.

2. The language the speaker is most comfortable speaking.

3. The language the speaker is most familiar with.

4. The language the speaker is most likely to use in a given situation.

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