Meaning
Indicating a direction, specifically the left side.
Cultural Background
Driving is on the left. 'On the left' is a vital phrase for road safety. Like the UK, Japan drives on the left. Pedestrians also often keep to the left on stairs.
Static vs Motion
Remember: 'On' = sitting there. 'To' = moving there.
Meaning
Indicating a direction, specifically the left side.
Static vs Motion
Remember: 'On' = sitting there. 'To' = moving there.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
The library is ____ the left.
We use 'on' for static positions on a side.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesThe library is ____ the left.
We use 'on' for static positions on a side.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, 'on the left' is the standard English preposition.
Related Phrases
On the right
contrastOpposite of left