adverb
to the left, left (directional)
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Adverb 'links' means to the left or leftward (direction). It’s a local adverb, uninflected, commonly used as 'nach links' or with phrases like 'auf der linken Seite'. Antonym: 'rechts'. Not an inflected adjective here; it indicates direction or position. Used in driving instructions and spatial descriptions.
Examples
Die Toilette ist links vom Eingang.
The restroom is to the left of the entrance.
Das Schild zeigte nach links, weil die Straße gerade gesperrt war.
The sign pointed to the left because the road was closed at the time.
Das Auto steht links am Bordstein.
The car is parked on the left at the curb.
Details
Mnemonics
Picture a map with a big arrow pointing left labelled 'links'
sounds like 'links' in English — imagine linking to the left
Notes
Also used as adjective in compounds; can be contrasted with 'rechts'.