This is the 3660th most frequent Japanese word.
jimoto
"Jimoto" means "local" or "hometown."
地元 is used to indicate a locality, often the place where someone resides or is associated with.
地元の温泉に行くのが楽しみです。
I'm looking forward to going to the local hot spring.
地元 emphasizes the location's proximity or relevance to the community or region where the subject belongs.
彼は地元の農場で働いています。
He works at a local farm.
地元 can also reference community-based activities or gatherings specific to a certain area.