# 左

> 左: left

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- **On'yomi readings**: サ, シャ
- **Kun'yomi readings**: ひだり
- **Meanings**: left

## Notes

The character depicts a left hand. It is a fundamental kanji used in directions such as hidari (left) or words like sayuu (left and right). It is classified as a JLPT N5 kanji. Notice how the top stroke is a horizontal one, distinct from the radical in the character for right.