Vernacular: meaning, definitions and examples

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vernacular

[ vəˈnækjʊlər ]

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everyday language

The language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular country or region.

Synonyms

colloquial language, everyday speech, local language

Examples of usage

The poem captures the beauty of the vernacular spoken by the locals.
She preferred using vernacular expressions in her writing.

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architecture

The style of architecture that is indigenous to a specific time and place.

Synonyms

indigenous architecture, local style, traditional design

Examples of usage

The building's design reflects the vernacular of the region.
The architect incorporated elements of vernacular architecture in the project.

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ordinary or everyday

Used to describe language or dialect spoken by the common people.

Synonyms

common, everyday, ordinary

Examples of usage

The vernacular language is often more easily understood than formal speech.
He wrote in a vernacular style to connect with a wider audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "vernacular" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vernacular

🇮🇳 स्थानीय भाषा

🇩🇪 Mundart

🇮🇩 bahasa daerah

🇺🇦 місцева мова

🇵🇱 język lokalny

🇯🇵 方言

🇫🇷 vernaculaire

🇪🇸 vernáculo

🇹🇷 yerel dil

🇰🇷 토착어

🇸🇦 اللغة الدارجة

🇨🇿 nářečí

🇸🇰 nárečie

🇨🇳 方言

🇸🇮 narečje

🇮🇸 talmál

🇰🇿 жергілікті тіл

🇬🇪 ადგილობრივი ენა

🇦🇿 yerli dil

🇲🇽 vernáculo

Word origin

The word 'vernacular' originated in the mid-17th century from the Latin word 'vernaculus', meaning 'domestic' or 'native'. It was initially used to describe the language spoken by the common people in a specific region. Over time, the term expanded to include architectural styles that are indigenous to a particular area. Today, 'vernacular' is widely used to refer to everyday language or dialects that are characteristic of a region or community.