English–Japanese

“right arm” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimigiude

Example

右腕が少し痛いです。migi ude ga suko shi ita i de su

My right arm hurts a little.

Illustration for 右腕 (right arm)

How to say “right arm” in Japanese

“Right arm” in Japanese is 右腕 (migiude).

Names the arm on the right side of the body and, by extension, a trusted person who works as someone's closest helper.

Full entry for 右腕: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 右腕

荷物を持つときは、右腕に力を入れすぎないでください。ni motsu o mo tsu to ki wa migi ude ni chikara o i re su gi na i de ku da sa i

Please do not strain your right arm too much when carrying a bag.

Tips for using 右腕

  • The figurative sense of 右腕 (migiude) can describe a trusted helper of any gender, while the English phrase "right-hand man" contains the word "man."

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