Meaning
Indicates direction towards the right side.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'a la derecha' is used constantly in cities like Madrid where streets are winding. In Mexico, directions are often given with a friendly 'a la derecha' accompanied by a hand gesture. In Buenos Aires, you might hear 'a mano derecha' as a common variation. Colombians are very polite with directions, often adding 'por favor' after 'a la derecha'.
Use gestures
When giving directions, always point to the right. It helps the listener understand immediately.
Don't confuse with 'derecho'
This is the most common error. 'Derecho' means straight or law, not right side.
Meaning
Indicates direction towards the right side.
Use gestures
When giving directions, always point to the right. It helps the listener understand immediately.
Don't confuse with 'derecho'
This is the most common error. 'Derecho' means straight or law, not right side.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Para llegar al banco, gira ____ derecha.
The correct prepositional phrase is 'a la derecha'.
Choose the correct direction.
Which phrase means 'turn right'?
'A la derecha' is the correct phrase for turning right.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Match: 'A la derecha' to its English equivalent.
A la derecha translates to 'to the right'.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesPara llegar al banco, gira ____ derecha.
The correct prepositional phrase is 'a la derecha'.
Which phrase means 'turn right'?
'A la derecha' is the correct phrase for turning right.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
A la derecha translates to 'to the right'.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsNo, it is neutral and used in all contexts.
No, 'a la derecha' is the standard prepositional phrase.
Related Phrases
a la izquierda
contrastto the left
todo recto
contraststraight ahead
a mano derecha
similarat the right hand
girar a la derecha
builds onto turn right
