right
Translation
correct, right (direction), proper, a right (entitlement)
Examples
That is the right answer.
That is the correct answer.
Please raise your right hand.
Please raise your right hand.
He is the right person for the job.
He is the right person for the job.
Grammar Patterns
the right ((sth.)) the correct thing That is the right answer.
sb's right hand/foot/etc. the hand, foot, etc., on the right side of the body Please raise your right hand.
the right person/tool for ((sth.)) the most suitable person or thing for a particular purpose He is the right person for the job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: correct, true, proper; Antonyms: wrong, left, incorrect
Etymology
From Old English 'riht', meaning 'straight, just, direct'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'right angle' (90 degrees), which is a 'correct' and 'straight' angle. This connects the different meanings.