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"Right (direction)" in Italian: a destra
a destra
Right as a direction in Italian is a destra (ah DES-trah). Say gira a destra (turn right). Destro/destra as adjectives mark the right-hand side of something.
Walking directions
Dopo la piazza gira a destra.Speak with an AI partner · 7 days free
How to pronounce a destra
Say it
ah DES-trah
/a ˈdɛs.tra/
Destra stresses DES: DES-trah. A destra is ah-DES-trah.
"Right (direction)" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| a destra | to the right; on the right Directions and locations. | Directions and locations. |
| gira a destra | turn right Walking or driving. | Walking or driving. |
| sulla destra | on the right-hand side Describing a side. | Describing a side. |
| la mano destra | the right hand Body side. | Body side. |
How to use a destra in real life
- 1Walking directions
Dopo la piazza gira a destra.
After the square turn right.
Gira a destra is the stock phrase.
- 2Finding a door
L'ingresso è a destra dell'ascensore.
The entrance is to the right of the elevator.
A destra di + landmark.
- 3Theater seats
Siamo a destra, fila cinque.
We're on the right, row five.
A destra for seating side.
Mistakes English speakers make with a destra
Incorrect: Gira destro qui.
Correct: Gira a destra qui.
Directions use a destra, not bare destro.
Incorrect: Il negozio è in destra.
Correct: Il negozio è a destra.
Use a destra, not in destra.
Good to know
Street directions pair a destra with landmarks more than with street names in historic centers. In politics destra means the right wing—same spelling as the noun for the right side—so listen for context.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Finding a bookstore in the centro
ChatPal
La libreria è a destra o a sinistra?
Is the bookstore on the right or on the left?
You
A destra, subito dopo il bar.
On the right, right after the bar.
ChatPal
Perfetto: al bar giro a destra.
Perfect: at the bar I'll turn right.
You
Sì, e resta sulla destra del marciapiede.
Yes, and stay on the right side of the sidewalk.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Right (direction)" in Italian
How do I say turn right?
Gira a destra (tu) or giri a destra (Lei).
Destra or destro?
A destra for directions. Destro agrees as an adjective: il lato destro.
How do I say on my right?
Alla mia destra.
Does destra mean correct?
No—correct is corretto/giusto. Destra here is the direction.
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