vernacular

noun
UK: /vəˈnækjələ(r)/
US: /vərˈnækjələr/

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

    1. The local vernacular is hard to understand.
    2. The book was translated into the local vernacular to reach a wider audience and convey local culture.

  2. A style of architecture or art that is typical of a particular region or country.

    1. The building is a fine example of vernacular architecture.
    2. The museum showcased the vernacular art of the region, highlighting its unique cultural identity.

Synonyms

dialect regional local language indigenous jargon argot
vernacular adjective

  1. Expressed or written in the language or dialect spoken by ordinary people.

    1. He used vernacular language in his speech.
    2. The playwright employed vernacular dialogue to capture the authenticity of working-class life.

  2. Relating to or characteristic of a particular region or country.

    1. This is vernacular building style for this area.
    2. The band incorporated vernacular musical traditions into their contemporary sound, creating a unique fusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "vernacular" in English means: The language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular country or region., A style of architecture or art that is typical of a particular region or country..

The phonetic transcription of "vernacular" is /vəˈnækjələ(r)/ in British English and /vərˈnækjələr/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "vernacular": dialect, regional, local, language, indigenous, jargon, argot.

Example usage of "vernacular": "The local vernacular is hard to understand.". More examples on the page.