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right

"Right" is one of the most useful and flexible words in English. It works as an adjective, adverb, noun, and even an interjection — covering ideas from direction and correctness to moral entitlement. Here are the most common senses you'll encounter.

1adjectivecorrect / true

When something is accurate, true, or without mistakes, you call it 'right'. Think of it as the opposite of 'wrong'. If your answer on a test matches the expected answer, your answer is right.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

You were right — it did rain this afternoon.

Is this the right answer to question three?

She gave me the right directions to the station.

2adjectivedirection — the opposite of left

When you talk about the side of your body where most people write, or that direction in space, you use 'right'. Imagine you are facing north — the right side is the east side.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

Turn right at the traffic lights.

He broke his right hand during the game.

The supermarket is on the right side of the street.

3nouna moral or legal entitlement

A 'right' is something you are allowed to do or have — by law, by morality, or by fairness. For example, in many countries, every person has the right to speak freely. Nobody can take that away from you.

law, politics, everyday language · Modern, widely used

Every child has the right to an education.

You have the right to remain silent.

The protesters were fighting for equal rights.

4adverbexactly / directly

When you use 'right' before a location or time word, it means 'exactly there' or 'precisely at that moment'. It adds emphasis — like a spotlight pointing at something specific.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

She was standing right in front of me.

The ball landed right in the middle of the goal.

He called me right after the meeting ended.

5adverbimmediately / without delay

When 'right' comes before words like 'now', 'away', or 'after', it means something happens without any waiting. It gives a sense of urgency or speed.

everyday language · Modern, widely used

I'll be there right away.

We need to leave right now.

She answered right after I asked.

6interjectionacknowledgement or agreement

In conversation, people say 'right' on its own to show they understand, agree, or are ready to move on. It is like saying 'okay' or 'I see'. The tone of your voice changes the meaning — a flat 'right' can even signal mild doubt.

everyday conversation · Modern, widely used

'The meeting starts at nine.' — 'Right, I'll be there.'

Right, let's get started.

'You forgot to call me.' — 'Right, I'm sorry about that.'

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