Meaning
Indicates moving forward without turning.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'todo recto' is the standard. You will hear it everywhere from Madrid to Barcelona. In Mexico, 'todo derecho' is much more common than 'todo recto'. Argentinians also prefer 'todo derecho' and often use the 'voseo' form 'seguí' instead of 'sigue'. In Colombia, you might hear 'todo derecho' or even just 'derecho'.
Use your hands
When you say 'todo recto', point forward. It helps the listener understand immediately.
Regional check
If you are in Latin America, try 'todo derecho'. It will make you sound more like a local.
Meaning
Indicates moving forward without turning.
Use your hands
When you say 'todo recto', point forward. It helps the listener understand immediately.
Regional check
If you are in Latin America, try 'todo derecho'. It will make you sound more like a local.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
Para llegar al cine, sigue ____ recto.
The phrase is 'todo recto'.
Which is correct?
How do you tell someone to go straight in Spain?
'Todo recto' is the standard phrase in Spain.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Match: Todo recto
Todo recto means to keep moving forward.
🎉 Score: /3
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
3 exercisesPara llegar al cine, sigue ____ recto.
The phrase is 'todo recto'.
How do you tell someone to go straight in Spain?
'Todo recto' is the standard phrase in Spain.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Todo recto means to keep moving forward.
🎉 Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questionsIt is neutral. You can use it with anyone.
Yes, it is perfect for giving driving directions.
It is a regional variation common in Latin America.
Related Phrases
Girar a la derecha
contrastTurn right
Girar a la izquierda
contrastTurn left
Sigue derecho
synonymKeep straight
No tiene pérdida
builds onYou can't miss it
