n. the everyday speech of the people (as distinguished from literary language)
n. 本地话, 方言
a. 地方的, 用本地语写成的
1. The teacher encouraged students to use their vernacular in class discussions.
老师鼓励学生在课堂讨论中使用他们的本地方言。
2. Many books are now available in the vernacular to reach a wider audience.
现在有很多书籍以本地方言出版，以吸引更广泛的读者。
3. She prefers to write in her vernacular because it feels more natural to her.
她更喜欢用自己的方言写作，因为这样对她来说更自然。