nounnounadjective
el local
place · local · premises
Lugar o espacio destinado a una actividad, como una tienda, oficina o negocio.
Definition & meaning
The word local in Spanish can function as both an adjective and a noun, depending on the context:
- As an adjective: It refers to something that belongs to or exists within a specific place, area, or region. It describes something that is not general or national, but rather confined to a specific vicinity (e.g., "la prensa local" meaning "the local press").
- As a noun: It refers to a physical space, building, or premise used for a specific business, activity, or gathering (e.g., "alquilamos un local para la fiesta" meaning "we rented a venue/space for the party").
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: As an adjective, it is gender-neutral in the singular form (local), but its plural form is "locales". As a noun, it is masculine ("el local") and its plural is "los locales".
- Origin: It derives from the Latin word "localis," which comes from "locus," meaning "place."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- For the adjective: regional {regional} , cercano {cercano} , propio {propio} .
- For the noun: establecimiento {establecimiento} , recinto {recinto} , lugar {lugar} .
Antonyms:
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Examples
Visitamos el local nuevo en el barrio.noun
We visited the new place in the neighborhood.
Vamos a cenar al restaurante local.adjective
We are going to dine at the local restaurant.
¿Tienen muchos locales vacíos en esta calle?noun
Do they have many empty premises on this street?
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