What is another word for natal tongues?
Pronunciation: [nˈe͡ɪtə͡l tˈʌŋz] (IPA) 
The phrase "natal tongues" refers to languages that are spoken in the region or country where one was born. Synonyms for this term include mother tongue, native language, first language, and vernacular. Each of these phrases indicates the language that a person has learned first, and is most comfortable communicating in. Additionally, there are regional variations of these phrases such as "home language" or "local dialect" which indicate the language that is specific to a particular area or community. Regardless of the synonym used, the concept remains the same: natal tongues are an essential part of a person's cultural and linguistic identity.
