From root: kaliwa
Usage Note
Pakaliwa is used to indicate a leftward direction, frequently heard when giving navigation instructions.
Examples
" Lumiko ka pakaliwa sa tindahan. "
Natural Translation
Turn left at the store.
Literal Translation
Turn you towards-the-left at the store.
" Lumiko ka pakaliwa sa kanto. "
Natural Translation
Turn left at the corner.
Literal Translation
Turn you towards-the-left at the corner.
" Pagkatapos ng tulay, lumiko ka pakaliwa at makikita mo agad ang bahay namin sa kanan. "
Natural Translation
After the bridge, turn left and you will immediately see our house on the right.
Literal Translation
After of-the bridge, turn you towards-the-left and will-see you immediately the house ours on right.
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