This is the 2905th most frequent German word.
örtliche
"Örtliche" means "local" in English.
'Örtlichen' describes 'Gebräuche' to indicate customs specific to the area.
Die örtlichen Gebräuche sind faszinierend.
The local customs are fascinating.
Here, 'örtliche' modifies the noun 'Bäckerei' to indicate its local nature.
Die örtliche Bäckerei hat die besten Brötchen.
The local bakery has the best bread rolls.
In this sentence, 'örtlicher' serves as an adjective describing 'Reiseleiter', emphasizing that the tour guide is from the region.