kohalikule

Kohalikule is an Estonian word-form rather than a separate lexical item. It is the allative singular form of the adjective kohalik, meaning local. In Estonian, adjectives decline to agree with the nouns they modify in case and number, so kohalikule corresponds to “to the local” or “for the local” depending on the context and the governing verb.

The etymology of kohalik lies in the root koht, meaning place, plus the suffix -alik, which creates adjectives meaning “pertaining to” or “of place.” The allative suffix -le then yields kohalikule, used when directing actions toward a local entity such as a local community, local government, or other local actors. The corresponding plural allative form is kohalikele and would be used with plural nouns.

Usage and context: kohalikule commonly appears in formal and public discourse to designate recipients or targets at the local level. It is frequent in government documents, local news, and community-focused language, where actions, services, or communications are described as directed toward or intended for the local sphere.

See also: Estonian language, Estonian grammar, allative case, adjectives in Estonian.