direita
right (direction)
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/dʒiˈɾejtɐ/
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Cultural Note
'Direita' (right direction) is related to 'direito' which means 'right' (as in rights/law), 'straight,' or 'right-hand.' 'Ir direto' or 'ir em frente' means to go straight ahead. The multiple meanings can be confusing: 'Siga em frente e vire à direita' (Go straight and turn right). 'Direito' as a noun also means 'law' as a field of study.
📝 Example Sentences
A padaria fica à direita.
The bakery is on the right.
Vire à direita na próxima rua.
Turn right at the next street.