Meaning and Usage
"좌회전" means "left turn" in Korean and is commonly used in driving and navigation contexts. It refers specifically to the action of turning left at an intersection or on a road.
Common Collocations
- 좌회전 신호 (left turn signal): the traffic light or signal indicating when to turn left.
- 좌회전 금지 (no left turn): a traffic sign prohibiting left turns.
- 좌회전 차선 (left turn lane): the lane designated for vehicles turning left.
Usage Notes
When giving directions, "좌회전" is often combined with location markers like "다음 신호등에서 좌회전하세요" (Please turn left at the next traffic light). It is a formal and standard term used in both spoken and written Korean, especially in traffic-related contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "좌회전" with "우회전" (right turn). Remember that "좌" means left and "우" means right. Also, "회전" means rotation or turning, so combined, it literally means "left rotation" or "left turn."