Meaning
Indicating the left side.
Cultural Background
Slovenians are avid hikers. On mountain trails, 'levo' and 'desno' are often marked with red and white circles (Knafelčeva markacija). In roundabouts, which are very common in Slovenia, you must signal when exiting to the 'desno', but you never signal 'levo' inside the circle. It is said that if you cross the Triple Bridge and always stay 'levo', you will find the best hidden cafes. If your left palm itches ('levo dlan'), it means you will receive money soon.
The L Rule
Use your left hand to make an 'L' shape. This works in Slovenian too because 'Levo' starts with 'L'!
Case Sensitivity
When using 'levo od', remember the noun after 'od' must be in the genitive case (usually ends in -e for feminine or -a for masculine).
Meaning
Indicating the left side.
The L Rule
Use your left hand to make an 'L' shape. This works in Slovenian too because 'Levo' starts with 'L'!
Case Sensitivity
When using 'levo od', remember the noun after 'od' must be in the genitive case (usually ends in -e for feminine or -a for masculine).
GPS Slovenian
Set your phone's GPS to Slovenian. You will hear 'čez sto metrov zavijte levo' constantly, which is the best way to master the word.
Test Yourself
Fill in the correct word for 'left'.
Zavijte ____ pri semaforju.
To say 'turn left', we use the adverb 'levo'.
Which sentence means 'The chair is left of the table'?
Select the correct translation:
'Levo od' means 'left of'.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Oprostite, kje je banka? B: Pojdite ____, nato pa desno.
The context requires a direction word.
Match the direction to the arrow ⬅️.
Which word matches ⬅️?
The arrow points left, which is 'levo'.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Adverb vs Adjective
Practice Bank
4 exercisesZavijte ____ pri semaforju.
To say 'turn left', we use the adverb 'levo'.
Select the correct translation:
'Levo od' means 'left of'.
A: Oprostite, kje je banka? B: Pojdite ____, nato pa desno.
The context requires a direction word.
Which word matches ⬅️?
The arrow points left, which is 'levo'.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with anyone, from a judge to a child.
'Levo' is the general adverb, while 'na levo' often emphasizes the direction of movement (to the left).
You use the noun 'levičar' or the adjective 'levoročen'.
In some slang, 'iti na levo' can mean to cheat or do something wrong, but this is not common for beginners.
As an adverb, no. As an adjective, yes: levi (m), leva (f), levo (n).
You say 'levo od avta'.
Yes, 'levica' refers to the political Left.
The opposite is 'desno' (right).
No, for 'remaining' use 'ostal' or 'še'.
It is softer, more like a mix between 'v' and 'w'.
Related Phrases
desno
contrastright
naravnost
similarstraight ahead
na levi strani
specialized formon the left side
levičar
builds onleft-handed person
zaviti
similarto turn
