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Meanings
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indigenous people; native people; aborigines
Refers to the original inhabitants of a region, often in contrast to later settlers or colonizers. Used in historical, anthropological, and political contexts.
The indigenous people of Australia are called Aborigines.
The rights of the indigenous people have been contested in that region for many years.
Usage patterns
- 先住民の権利を守るto protect the rights of indigenous people
The government created a new law to protect the rights of indigenous people.
- 先住民の文化を尊重するto respect indigenous culture
This museum holds exhibits that respect indigenous culture.
- 先住民に対する差別discrimination against indigenous people
Discrimination against indigenous people still remains deeply rooted today.
- 先住民族の言語を保存するto preserve the language of indigenous peoples
Researchers continue their efforts to preserve the languages of indigenous peoples.