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Localidad (en. Locality)

[lo.ka.li.ðað]

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Physical or geographical space considered in its extent and characteristics.

The locality where I live has a beautiful park.

La localidad donde vivo tiene un hermoso parque.

Group of inhabitants that form a community in a specific area.

The inhabitants of the locality gathered to discuss the future of the neighborhood.

Los habitantes de la localidad se reunieron para discutir el futuro del barrio.

Refers to a specific town or city.

The locality of Seville is famous for its history and culture.

La localidad de Sevilla es famosa por su historia y cultura.

In some contexts, it refers to a commercial establishment or place.

The local café is very popular among the neighbors of the locality.

El café local es muy popular entre los vecinos de la localidad.

Etymology

From the Latin 'localitas', which comes from 'localis' related to place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rural locality

Area that belongs to the countryside in contrast to urbanization.

localidad rural

urban locality

Area that is within a city or town.

localidad urbana

tourist locality

Place visited by tourists due to its attractions.

localidad turística

coastal locality

Area that is located by the sea.

localidad costera

Related Words

local

Relating to a specific place or area.

local

locate

To determine or identify the location of something.

localizar

localization

Action of placing or locating something in a space.

localización

Slang Meanings

A meeting area among friends.

Let's go to the locality to hang out.

Vamos a la localidad a pasar el rato.

Neighborhood or sector known for its parties.

That locality is famous for its celebrations.

Esa localidad es famosa por sus celebraciones.