How to Pronounce "local"

word

/ˈɫoʊkəɫ/

LOH-kuhl

/lˈəʊkəl/

LOH-kuhl

Definition

Belonging to or connected with a particular area, town, or neighborhood. It often describes nearby people, businesses, news, food, or services.

American English

/ˈɫoʊkəɫ/

British English

/lˈəʊkəl/

LOH-kuhl

We buy fruit at the local market.

She reads the local newspaper every morning.

Ask a local for directions.

We're trying to support local businesses more this year.