This is the 12356th most frequent Spanish word.
local
"Local" in Spanish means "place" or "premises," and as an adjective, it means "local" (relating to a specific area).
Here, 'local' is used as a noun meaning 'shop' or 'business locale'.
El local está cerrado.
The shop is closed.
In this case, 'local' is an adjective describing products originating from the local area.
Prefiero comprar productos locales.
I prefer to buy local products.
Here, 'local' is an adjective referring to something concerning the immediate area or community, as opposed to a larger scope.