Translation guide
The English phrase 'left-hand side' refers to the side on the left. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with 左側 (hidarigawa) or 左 (hidari). The choice depends on context, such as physical position, written layout, or figurative use.
Referring to the left side of a physical object, person, or space.
The most common and neutral way to say 'left-hand side' for physical objects or locations.
Please stand on the left-hand side.
There is a label on the left-hand side of that box.
Often used in casual speech or when the context is clear. Can mean 'left' or 'left-hand side'.
Turn to the left-hand side, please.
There is a pen on the left-hand side of the desk.
Literally 'left hand', but can refer to the left-hand side, especially in relation to one's body or direction.
You can see a park on your left-hand side.
Referring to the left portion of a page, image, or interface.
Works for both physical and digital layouts.
There is a menu on the left-hand side of the screen.
Shorter and common in instructions or casual contexts.
Specifically means 'left edge' or 'far left side', used when precision is needed.
Used in expressions like 'on the left-hand side of an equation' or 'left side of a political spectrum'.
Please sign on the left-hand side of the document.
Who is the person on the left-hand side of the photo?
Please enter the date on the left-hand side edge of the table.
He is positioned on the left-hand side politically.