Meaning
Directs someone to the left side at a slight distance.
Cultural Background
In the Levant, people often use hand gestures alongside this phrase to be very clear. In the Gulf, directions are often given with a nod of the head or a slight movement of the chin. Egyptians are very expressive; expect a lot of arm movement when using this phrase. In the Maghreb, French influence sometimes leads to using 'gauche' instead of 'يسار' in very casual speech.
Use your hand
Always point when you say this phrase to ensure the listener understands exactly which 'left' you mean.
Politeness
Adding 'لو سمحت' (please) before or after makes the interaction much friendlier.
Meaning
Directs someone to the left side at a slight distance.
Use your hand
Always point when you say this phrase to ensure the listener understands exactly which 'left' you mean.
Politeness
Adding 'لو سمحت' (please) before or after makes the interaction much friendlier.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
المكتب ______ اليسار هناك.
The preposition 'إلى' is used for direction.
Which phrase means 'To the left there'?
Choose the correct option:
'اليسار' means left and 'هناك' means there.
Match the Arabic phrase to the English meaning.
Match:
Direct translation match.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesالمكتب ______ اليسار هناك.
The preposition 'إلى' is used for direction.
Choose the correct option:
'اليسار' means left and 'هناك' means there.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Direct translation match.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt's better to use 'انعطف يساراً' (turn left) for driving instructions.
It's neutral and works in almost any situation.
Related Phrases
إلى اليمين هناك
contrastTo the right there
انعطف يساراً
specialized formTurn left
على اليسار
similarOn the left
هناك
builds onThere
