lado
side
The Spanish word 'lado' is used pretty much the same way as the English word 'side'. It can denote the left or right part of something, next to or from the point of view of someone facing the object. It can also refer to a particular aspect or feature of something; or in relation to someone's position when they are considering a situation, like 'on his side'.
Example sentences using: lado
El gato está al lado de la silla.
The cat is next to the chair.
This example demonstrates the use of 'lado' to express a physical location.
Puedes poner esto a un lado por favor?
Can you put this aside please?
The phrase 'a un lado' is used to mean that something is placed aside or relocated.
Pontus tiene el viento a su lado.
Pontus has the wind on his side.
This phrase is a metaphorical use of 'lado', indicating having an advantage or fortune.
Ella siempre se sienta a mi lado en la cena.
She always sits beside me at dinner.
Here, 'lado' is used to indicate someone's position during a certain activity.
Vamos a caminar lado a lado.
Let's walk side by side.
In this example, 'lado a lado' expresses the action of people or things being parallel to each other.
Por otro lado, estamos considerando otras opciones.
On the other hand, we are considering other options.
The phrase 'por otro lado' is an idiomatic expression equivalent to the English 'on the other hand'.
Vive del otro lado de la ciudad.
He lives on the other side of the city.
Here, 'lado' is used to indicate different parts of a city or a location.
Estaba de tu lado durante toda la discusión.
I was on your side during the whole discussion.
This example shows 'lado' used in a way that indicates ideological or opinionated alignment.
El baño está al lado de la cocina.
The bathroom is next to the kitchen.
In this sentence, 'lado' indicates spatial placement within a building or location.
Déjalo a un lado y continuemos con la reunión.
Put it aside and let's continue with the meeting.
In this example, 'a un lado' is used to imply that something should be forgotten or not considered for now.