1.
local area, actual site, on location
The place where something actually happens or exists, as opposed to a remote or central location. Emphasizes being physically present at the relevant location, whether domestically or abroad.
現地の情報を集める。
To gather information on the ground.
現地時間の午前10時に到着する予定だ。
We are scheduled to arrive at 10 a.m. local time.
記者が現地に入り、被災状況を詳しくリポートした。
Reporters entered the area and gave a detailed report on the disaster situation.
USAGE:
Often used as a modifier: 現地の (local), 現地で (on-site, locally). When referring to foreign locations, it emphasizes the perspective of being at that actual place rather than back home. Common in news, business, and travel contexts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 現地時間: local time
- 現地調査: on-site investigation
- 現地スタッフ: local staff
- 現地の人: local people
- 現地集合: meeting at the site