adjectiveadverb

lokal

local · restaurant

Etwas bezieht sich auf einen bestimmten Ort oder eine bestimmte Gegend in der Nähe.

The German word "lokal" is an adjective and sometimes a noun, meaning "local" or "in a certain place". It is borrowed from the Latin localis.

  • As an adjective, it describes something relating to a specific area or vicinity (e.g., lokale Nachrichten - local news).
  • As a noun, "das Lokal" means a pub, restaurant, or small establishment.

Similar words include:

  • örtlich (regional, pertaining to a place)
  • regional (regional)
  • örtens (locally)

Difference:

  • Lokal emphasizes a specific place or immediate surroundings, often more limited in scope than regional, which covers a larger area.
  • As a noun, Lokal specifically refers to a venue, unlike the adjectives.

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Examples

Ich gehe in das lokale Restaurant.adjective

I am going to the local restaurant.

Die lokale Spezialität schmeckt hervorragend.adjective

The local specialty tastes excellent.

Dieses Lokal sieht sehr gemütlich aus.adjective

This restaurant looks very cozy.

Unser Lokal bietet leckeres Essen an.adjective

Our restaurant offers delicious food.

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