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right

Pronunciation: [/ˈɹaɪt/]

Word

right: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use right in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “direction”

(adjective) when something is in the correct or proper direction. For example, when you are standing facing the front, you are facing the right direction.

Example

Turn right at the traffic light to reach the park.

Example

You're going the wrong way; you need to turn right.

Example

Is this the right way to the store?

Context: “morally correct”

(adjective) when an action or decision follows what is morally good or just. It's like doing something that you know is fair and good.

Example

Helping your friend when they are in need is the right thing to do.

Example

It's not right to cheat on a test.

Example

Do you think it's right to lie to your parents?

How to pronounce right

Pronunciation: [/ˈɹaɪt/]

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