Signification
Giving a direction to turn left.
Contexte culturel
Thailand drives on the left. This means left turns are often 'free' at intersections, even if the light is red, provided there is a sign saying 'เลี้ยวซ้ายผ่านตลอด'. In Bangkok, 'Sois' (alleys) are often one-way or very narrow. Giving a 'เลี้ยวซ้าย' command too late can result in a long detour. When giving directions to an elder or a driver, adding 'ครับ/ค่ะ' is not just polite; it's expected to maintain a smooth social interaction. The word 'Sai' (left) is used in many compound words. For example, 'สายตา' (eyesight) uses a different 'Sai' (line), so be careful with spelling!
Use your hands
When saying 'เลี้ยวซ้าย' to a driver, pointing left helps ensure there is no tonal misunderstanding.
Watch for 'Pass Through'
Remember that 'Left turn permitted' is common; don't be scared if the driver turns on red!
Signification
Giving a direction to turn left.
Use your hands
When saying 'เลี้ยวซ้าย' to a driver, pointing left helps ensure there is no tonal misunderstanding.
Watch for 'Pass Through'
Remember that 'Left turn permitted' is common; don't be scared if the driver turns on red!
Add 'Khao Soi'
If turning into an alley, say 'เลี้ยวซ้ายเข้าซอย' (Liao sai khao soi) to sound more natural.
Politeness matters
Always end with 'khrap' or 'kha' when giving directions to a stranger.
Teste-toi
Which phrase means 'Turn Left'?
If you want the taxi to turn left, you say:
'เลี้ยวซ้าย' (Liao Sai) is turn left. 'เลี้ยวขวา' is turn right.
Fill in the missing word for 'Turn left at the intersection'.
เลี้ยว____ที่แยก
The context of directions usually involves left (ซ้าย) or right (ขวา).
Complete the dialogue.
Passenger: พี่ครับ เลี้ยวซ้ายข้างหน้าครับ Driver: ________
'ได้ครับ' (Dai khrap) means 'Okay/Can do', which is the appropriate response from a driver.
Match the Thai phrase to the English situation.
You are following a map and it tells you to change direction to the left.
'เลี้ยวซ้าย' is the action of turning left.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesIf you want the taxi to turn left, you say:
'เลี้ยวซ้าย' (Liao Sai) is turn left. 'เลี้ยวขวา' is turn right.
เลี้ยว____ที่แยก
The context of directions usually involves left (ซ้าย) or right (ขวา).
Passenger: พี่ครับ เลี้ยวซ้ายข้างหน้าครับ Driver: ________
'ได้ครับ' (Dai khrap) means 'Okay/Can do', which is the appropriate response from a driver.
You are following a map and it tells you to change direction to the left.
'เลี้ยวซ้าย' is the action of turning left.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsIt is neutral and appropriate for all daily situations.
Say 'เลี้ยวซ้ายที่ไฟแดง' (Liao sai thee fai daeng).
'ซ้าย' is the direction, 'ข้างซ้าย' is 'the left side'.
Yes, it is used for both driving and walking.
It is often legal in Thailand if there is a sign allowing it.
Drivers sometimes use 'หักซ้าย' (Hak sai).
Say 'เลี้ยวซ้ายทันที' (Liao sai than-thee).
The driver might be confused, so use hand gestures as a backup.
It's mostly for turning, but can describe winding roads.
Say 'เลี้ยวซ้ายเข้าถนนสุขุมวิท'.
Expressions liées
เลี้ยวขวา
contrastTurn right
ตรงไป
similarGo straight
กลับรถ
builds onU-turn
ชิดซ้าย
specialized formKeep left
ทางซ้ายมือ
similarOn the left-hand side
