native-speaker

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Native speaker' means someone who speaks a language that they've learned since infancy. They have a natural or organic understanding of the language's culture, nuances, and expressions.

Examples in Different Contexts

For voice recognition software, input from 'native-speakers' can improve accuracy. A tech lead might mention, 'We need native-speaker data samples to train our voice model.'

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

I noticed some students are struggling with their Spanish pronunciation. It might be beneficial to have a dedicated language coaching session.

Response:

Having a native speaker for a coaching session would do wonders for their pronunciation confidence.

Business

Scenario:

We're launching our product in Mexico next quarter. Juan's input could be invaluable in understanding the local market.

Response:

Juan's being a native speaker of Spanish will indeed help in understanding the Mexican market nuances.