Locals: meaning, definitions and examples

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locals

 

[ หˆlษ™สŠk(ษ™)lz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

people in a particular place

Locals refer to the people who live in a specific area or community. They are often knowledgeable about the area and its customs.

Synonyms

inhabitants, natives, residents

Examples of usage

  • The locals recommended the best restaurant in town.
  • Supporting local businesses is important for the community.
  • I like to explore a city by chatting with the locals.
Context #2 | Noun

products made in a specific region

Locals can also refer to products or goods that are made or produced in a particular region. These items are often unique to the area.

Synonyms

artisan goods, locally made items, regional products

Examples of usage

  • This shop sells a variety of locals, including handmade crafts.
  • I always try to buy locals when I travel to support the economy.
  • The farmers market showcases a range of locals from the region.

Translations

Translations of the word "locals" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น locais

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคฅเคพเคจเฅ€เคฏ เคฒเฅ‹เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einheimische

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penduduk setempat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัั†ะตะฒั– ะถะธั‚ะตะปั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ miejscowi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅœฐๅ…ƒใฎไบบใ€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท les habitants

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ habitantes locales

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yerliler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜„์ง€์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุณูƒุงู† ุงู„ู…ุญู„ูŠูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรญstnรญ lidรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ miestni ฤพudia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฝ“ๅœฐไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ domaฤini

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heimamenn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตั€ะณั–ะปั–ะบั‚ั– ั‚าฑั€า“ั‹ะฝะดะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ“แƒ’แƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜ แƒ›แƒแƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yerli sakinlษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ habitantes locales

Etymology

The term 'locals' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the word 'local' meaning 'belonging or relating to a particular area or neighborhood.' Over time, it has evolved to encompass both the residents of an area and the products associated with that region. The concept of supporting local communities and businesses has become increasingly important in modern times, leading to a resurgence in the use of the term 'locals.'

See also: local, locale, locales, localism, locality, localization, localize, localized.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,638, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.