NATIVE
/ˈneɪtɪv/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of NATIVE
An aboriginal inhabitant of a region colonized by English-speaking people; in particular:
Aboriginal inhabitant of a region colonized by English-speaking people; in particular:
A person who is native to a place; a person who was born in a place.
A native speaker.
Ostrea edulis, a kind of oyster.
Belonging to one by birth.
"English is not my native language."
Characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from prehistoric times.
"The native peoples of Australia are called aborigines."
Born or grown in the region in which it lives or is found; not foreign or imported.
"Many native artists studied abroad."
Synonyms of NATIVE
Words with similar meaning
Examples of NATIVE in a Sentence
- "English is not my native language."
- "The native peoples of Australia are called aborigines."
- "Many native artists studied abroad."
Word Details
Is NATIVE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NATIVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: NATIVE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for NATIVE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | n | a | t | i | v | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NATIVE
71 words from the letters in NATIVE
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How to Use NATIVE in Word Games
NATIVE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, NATIVE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NATIVE to find 71 additional valid words.