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How to Say "Turn right" in Spanish
Learn to ask for directions in Spanish with 'Gire a la derecha' for 'turn right'.
Gire a la derecha
HEE-reh ah lah deh-REH-chahneutral
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Use this phrase when you need to tell someone to make a right turn. It's a standard way to give directions, whether you're navigating or instructing someone else.
Alternatives
- Dobla a la derechaMore common in some regions, slightly more casual.
- Vea a la derechaLess common for directions, more for pointing something out.
Ways to get it wrong
Confusing 'girar' with 'girar'
While 'girar' means 'to turn', 'gire' is the command form. Just saying 'girar' isn't a command.
Using 'derecho' instead of 'derecha'
'Derecho' means 'straight ahead'; 'derecha' means 'right'.
A small cultural note
In some Latin American countries, 'dobla' is more frequently used than 'gire' for turning. Both are understood.
Frequently asked
How do I say turn left in Spanish?
You would say 'Gire a la izquierda'. This follows the same pattern as 'Gire a la derecha'.
Is 'gire' formal?
The 'usted' command form like 'gire' is considered neutral and widely acceptable. For a very casual setting with friends, you might use 'dobla'.
What if I want to say 'take the right'?
You could say 'Tome la derecha' or 'Coja la derecha', depending on the region. 'Gire a la derecha' is the most direct translation of 'turn right'.
How do you say turn right in Spanish directions?
To say "turn right" in Spanish directions, you can use "gira a la derecha" or "dobla a la derecha."
Is the derecha left or right?
Derecha means right. Izquierda means left.
How do you say right in Spanish direction?
In Spanish directions, "right" is "derecha."
How do you say turn right in Mexican Spanish?
In Mexican Spanish, you would typically say "da vuelta a la derecha" or "gira a la derecha."
