A2 adjective Neutre #430 le plus courant

local

/ˈloʊ.kəl/

Relating to a particular area, city, or neighborhood near you. It describes things, people, or services that belong to the specific place where you are currently located.

Exemples

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1

I usually buy my fresh vegetables at the local market.

I usually buy my fresh vegetables at the market in my neighborhood.

2

The local authorities have implemented new parking regulations.

The government officials of this area have started new rules for parking.

3

Let's head down to the local for a quick coffee.

Let's go to the nearby cafe for a quick coffee.

Famille de mots

Nom
local
Verb
localize
Adverbe
locally
Adjectif
local
Apparenté
locality
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Location'. A 'local' shop is one in your current 'location'.

Quiz rapide

If you want to know the best restaurants, you should ask a ___.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : local

Exemples

1

I usually buy my fresh vegetables at the local market.

everyday

I usually buy my fresh vegetables at the market in my neighborhood.

2

The local authorities have implemented new parking regulations.

formal

The government officials of this area have started new rules for parking.

3

Let's head down to the local for a quick coffee.

informal

Let's go to the nearby cafe for a quick coffee.

4

Local ecosystems are often the first to show signs of climate change.

academic

Biological environments in specific areas often show signs of climate change first.

5

Our strategy is to partner with local businesses to reduce shipping costs.

business

Our plan is to work with businesses in the area to lower delivery prices.

Famille de mots

Nom
local
Verb
localize
Adverbe
locally
Adjectif
local
Apparenté
locality

Collocations courantes

local community the people living in a specific area
local government the administration of a town or county
local news information about events happening nearby
local food products grown or made in the immediate area
local area the region surrounding a specific place

Phrases Courantes

local color

the interesting details that make a place unique

local time

the time in the specific zone you are in

act local

taking action that benefits your immediate surroundings

Souvent confondu avec

local vs native

Local refers to where something is situated now, while native refers to where something or someone originated by birth.

local vs national

National refers to an entire country, whereas local refers only to a small, specific part of it.

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Notes d'usage

Local is most commonly used as an adjective before a noun. However, in informal British English, 'the local' often refers specifically to the nearest pub.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'local' only as an adjective and forget it can be a noun (plural: locals) to describe people who live in the area.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Location'. A 'local' shop is one in your current 'location'.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin word 'localis', which comes from 'locus', meaning 'place'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Attributive adjective (usually placed before a noun) Countable noun in its plural form (the locals)
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Contexte culturel

In many cultures, supporting 'local' businesses is seen as an ethical choice to sustain the neighborhood economy.

Quiz rapide

If you want to know the best restaurants, you should ask a ___.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : local

Mots lis

ready

A2

To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.

simple

A2

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

physical

A2

Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.

general

A2

Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.

environmental

A2

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

medical

A2

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

traditional

A2

Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.

private

A2

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

difficult

A2

Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.

religious

A2

Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.

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