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    Local (en. Local)

    /lɔ.kal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Belonging to a locality, to a specific place.
    The local market offers seasonal products.
    Le marché local propose des produits de saison.
    Geographically close.
    I prefer to take the local bus rather than the train.
    Je préfère prendre le bus local plutôt que le train.
    Concerning the immediate community.
    Local events are very well attended.
    Les événements locaux sont très bien fréquentés.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'localis', derived from 'locus' which means place.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to locate
    To determine the location of something.
    localiser
    local café
    A café favored by the residents of an area.
    café local
    local products
    Products grown or made in the region.
    produits locaux
    local artist
    An artist originating from or residing in the area.
    artiste local

    Related Words

    locality
    A specific area or place.
    localité
    localism
    Attitude that values what is near, often to the detriment of other communities.
    localisme
    local
    An adjective relating to a particular place, often used in computing or technical contexts.
    locale

    Slang Meanings

    A term used to refer to certain small businesses highly appreciated by the locals.
    This store is a true local, everyone goes there.
    Ce magasin est un vrai local, tout le monde y va.
    Refers to someone who is attached to their region and refuses to distance themselves from it.
    He is very local; he would never leave his town.
    Il est très local, il ne sortirait jamais de sa ville.