kohalikest
Kohalikest is an Estonian linguistic form derived from the adjective kohalik, meaning local or indigenous. In usage, kohalikest typically functions as a plural non-nominative form that accompanies a noun in the text, often indicating origin, affiliation, or association with a particular locality. It is not a standalone noun; its precise meaning depends on the accompanying noun and case, and it commonly appears in phrases that refer to groups of people from a certain area.
In practice, kohalikest appears in contexts such as ethnographic writing, journalism, and sociological research, where distinctions
Etymology and morphology: kohalikest is formed from kohalik with inflection to reflect a plural non-nominative case.
See also: kohalik (local), kohalik elanik (local resident), kohaliku kultuur (local culture).