sinistra
left (direction)
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/siˈnis.tra/
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Cultural Note
Sinistra originally meant 'unlucky' or 'sinister' in Latin, reflecting ancient prejudice against left-handedness. In modern Italian it simply means 'left.' In politics, 'la sinistra' refers to the political left, just as in English.
📝 Example Sentences
Gira a sinistra al semaforo.
Turn left at the traffic light.
La banca è a sinistra.
The bank is on the left.