右
right side; west; conservative
Meanings
7 senses · 35 examplesnoun
right side; right direction
Refers to the right side when facing south, opposite of 'left'.
Please walk on the right side.
My right hand is stronger than my left hand.
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Turn right at the intersection.
The book you want is on the right bookshelf.
He is sitting on my right side.
noun
west direction
literaryRefers to the west direction in traditional Chinese geography.
The area west of the Taihang Mountains is famous for its pasta.
The culture of the western region along the Yangtze River has a long history.
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Ancient people often regarded the right as honorable and the left as humble.
Shanxi was historically called the Right of the Mountains.
There is a path to the mountain top on the right.
adjective
superior; unrivaled
literaryIndicates superiority or being unexcelled, based on ancient Chinese customs where right was considered尊贵.
His talent is unrivaled among his peers.
This scientist's contributions are unexcelled in academia.
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His achievements in this field are unparalleled.
This company's technical strength is unrivaled in the industry.
Her cooking skills are unexcelled in our community.
verb
to advocate; to uphold
literaryLiterary usage meaning to advocate or uphold something.
Emperors throughout history often advocated literature and suppressed military.
Confucianism advocates benevolence on the right and righteousness on the left.
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This school of thought advocates virtue over punishment.
Ancients advocated literature, while modern people value science.
He advocated learning throughout his life and dedicated himself to education.
adjective
conservative; reactionary
neutralDescribes political views that are conservative or reactionary.
His political stance is quite conservative.
This political party is considered a right-wing party.
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Leftists and rightists engaged in a heated debate at the meeting.
His views are too conservative to be accepted by most people.
This policy was opposed by right-wing groups.
verb
to bless; to protect
archaicLiterary and ancient usage, same meaning as '佑' (to bless or protect).
Heaven blesses me and helps me succeed.
The gods protect us, and the country is peaceful and the people are safe.
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May the spirits protect the people of this region.
Our ancestors bless us, and the family prospers.
The emperor prays to heaven to assist and protect the country.
noun
surname
neutralRefers to the Chinese surname You.
His surname is You, and he is a new classmate in our class.
Mr. You is the general manager of this company.
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The You family is not common in Chinese history.
I have a friend surnamed You who comes from Shanxi.
Teacher You will be our Chinese teacher.