nounnoun

la derecha

right

Es el lado opuesto al izquierdo cuando miras hacia adelante.

The word "derecha" in Spanish means "right," referring to the direction or side opposite to left. It can describe physical directions, positions, or figuratively represent political views (right-wing).

For example:

  • Turn right = "Gira a la derecha."
  • The right side of the street = "El lado derecho de la calle."
  • Right-wing politics = "La política de derecha."

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Examples

Gira a la derecha en el próximo cruce.noun

Turn right at the next intersection.

Debes doblar a la derecha en esa esquina.noun

You must turn right at that corner.

Gira a la derecha en la siguiente esquina.noun

Turn right at the next corner.

Me duele la mano derecha.noun

My right hand hurts.

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