English–Japanese

“right hand” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajimigite

Example

右手が痛いです。migi te ga ita i de su

My right hand hurts.

Illustration for 右手 (right hand)

How to say “right hand” in Japanese

“Right hand” in Japanese is 右手 (migite).

Refers to the hand that corresponds to the right side of the body.

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

Example sentences with 右手

私は右手でドアを開けます。watashi wa migi te de do a o a ke ma su

I open the door with my right hand.

Tips for using 右手

  • The pair 右手 (migite) and 左手 (hidarite) provides a common way to contrast the two hands when describing actions or giving everyday instructions.

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