右 (yòu) - right (direction) & right-hand side

右Tone 4

yòu ｜ 5 strokes ｜ radical: 口

咏与

右 · yòu

right (direction);

right-hand side;

the Right (political);

to support;

superior;

as in ancient China.

right (direction)right-hand sidethe Right (political)

Usage highlights

Right sideRight handRight wingTurn rightRight and leftRighteousness and benefit

Synonyms

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Turn right at the intersection (向右转).
  • My right hand (我的右手).
  • He sits on my right (他坐在我右边).
  • Right-wing politics (右翼政治).

Collocations

  • Right side(右边)
  • Right hand(右手)
  • Right wing(右翼)
  • Turn right(向右转)
  • Right and left(左右)
  • Righteousness and benefit(义利之辨, classical context)

Idioms

  • Left and right(左右)
  • Left and right sources(左右逢源)
  • Left support and right assistance(左辅右弼)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In traditional Chinese culture, right was often associated with superiority and honor, contrasting with some Western associations.
  • Historically used in official titles (e.g., 右丞相 - Right Chancellor).
  • In political context, 右翼 refers to right-wing/conservative stance.

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