German word

hiesig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhiːzɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectivelocal

Example

Die hiesige Bäckerei ist sehr beliebt.

The local bakery is very popular.

Illustration for hiesig (local)

More examples

Die hiesigen Behörden reagieren schnell auf Anfragen.

The local authorities respond quickly to inquiries.

Core concept

A sign marks the bakery, people, and goods as belonging to this place.

Common phrases

  • hiesige Behörden

    local authorities

  • hiesige Tradition

    local tradition

  • hiesige Politik

    local politics

Similar words

lokal: Connected with a particular place or its nearby area.
regional: Connected with a broader geographical area or province.
örtlich: Limited to a specific place or its immediate surroundings.
einheimisch: Native to a place or long established among its people.

Definition in German

Zu diesem Ort gehörend; hier vorkommend oder von hier stammend.

Word origin

Hiesig developed from hier, meaning 'here', with the adjective-forming suffix -ig.

Usage tips

  • Hiesig sounds more formal than everyday local expressions such as aus der Gegend or von hier.

Other meanings

  • nativeadjective

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