This is the 1982nd most frequent Japanese word.
まちなか
Urban area; downtown; city center.
Here, 'まちなか' is used to refer to a central or urban area within a town or city, emphasizing its characteristic environment.
まちなかは車の音が多いです。
The downtown is filled with many car noises.
This usage of 'まちなか' highlights its feature as a place with various dining establishments within a central area.
まちなかにはたくさんのレストランがあります。
There are many restaurants in the downtown area.
In this context, 'まちなか' denotes the place where the action of walking occurred, indicating the downtown or urban area of a community.