This is the 972nd most frequent Finnish word.
paikalla
"Paikalla" means "present" or "on the spot" in English.
Here, 'paikalla' means being present or in a specific location.
Olen paikalla seitsemältä.
I will be present at seven.
In this case, 'paikalla' refers to having something ready or available.
On hyvä pitää ensiapupakkaus aina paikalla.
It's good to always have a first-aid kit on hand.
Here, 'paikalla' refers to a specific physical location where something is situated.