À gauche
Left
Language note: Used when giving directions.
Culture note: Directional phrases are important when navigating French cities.
Context: As they get ready, the first soldier points out: Look, go left and flank them.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
À
[ah]
At
Indicates a position or direction.
Place the marker à gauche de la carte.
Place the marker to the left of the map.
gauche
[goh-sh]
left
The direction opposite of right.
C'est à gauche de la maison.
It's to the left of the house.
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