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links
left
In German, the word 'links' is used to describe something that is located on the left side or something that is left-handed. It is also used to describe political views that are left-wing or liberal. In this context, 'links' is used to describe the direction or orientation of an object or person.
Example sentences using: links
Die Bibliothek ist links vom Rathaus.
The library is to the left of the city hall.
This sentence illustrates the use of 'links' (left) as a preposition in German, indicating the position of one object in relation to another.
Drehen Sie an der nächsten Kreuzung links ab.
Turn left at the next intersection.
Shows how 'links' is used in direction instructions. In this case, it means 'left'.
Das linke Auge tut weh.
The left eye hurts.
Here 'links' is used as an adjective to describe which eye is hurting. In this situation, 'links' translates to 'left'.