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How do you say "left" in Arabic?

شمال

Shimal

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In Arabic, "left" is شمال.

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Pronunciation

Say shih-MAHL, with stress on the second syllable. This is the same as 'north' but in this context it means left.

Writing and usage

شمال has four letters and is context-dependent. When paired with direction, it means north. When paired with body position, it means left.

Example sentence

ارفع شمالك.

Raise your left hand.

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How to remember شمال

Shimal means left. Interestingly, it also means north. In many cultures, the left is traditionally the north-facing side.

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Questions about شمال

How do you say "left" in Arabic?

In Arabic, "left" is شمال. It is a noun.

How is شمال written in Arabic?

شمال has four letters and is context-dependent. When paired with direction, it means north. When paired with body position, it means left.

How is شمال used in a sentence?

Use شمال as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: ارفع شمالك. (Raise your left hand.).

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