How to Say ‘To the left’ in Spain Spanish
A la izquierda
ah lah ees-KYEHR-dah
[ah lah ees-KYEHR-dah]
💬 Usage Tip: In Spain the z is said like English th: (ees-KYEHR-tha).
Phrase Breakdown
A
[ah]
to
A preposition used before an infinitive verb.
Está dispuesto «A» colaborar con el equipo.
He is willing to collaborate with the team.
la
[lah]
the
A definite article used before a feminine singular noun.
«La» gente en esa empresa parece amable.
The people in that company seem kind.
izquierda
[ees-KYEHR-dah]
left
The left side or direction; used in giving directions.
Gira a la izquierda en el semáforo.
Turn left at the traffic light.
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