localize

CEFRB2

/ˈləʊkəlaɪz/

verb

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To limit or adapt something to a particular place or group.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    To adapt (a product or service) for use in a particular country or region, typically by translating text into the language of that country and modifying currencies, date formats, etc.

Examples

  • Gerard contracted a freelance translator to localize his software.

  • They're working to localize the game for Western audiences.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1
Synonyms
1

Also pronounced

  • /ˈloʊkəlaɪz/

Deep Dive

verb

Extra meanings

  1. To adapt translated text to fit a local culture; to domesticate.

  2. To make local; to fix in, or assign to, a definite place.

  3. To be located in or confined to; to fix upon or sequester in a locality.

More examples

In context

  • The intent of the aphorism "think globally, act locally" was to spur action by localizing the challenge.

  • We need to localize our software for the Japanese market.

  • the ethical dilemma faced when to localize is to self-censor

Synonyms

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Origin

verb

From local + -ize. Compare French localiser.