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右手
migite
Description
「右手」は、体の右がわにある手のことです。
"右手" refers to the hand on the right side of the body.
道を説明するとき、「右手に見えます」のように使うこともあります。
When giving directions, "右手" is also used, as in "右手に見えます" (you can see it on the right hand side).
Meanings
右手migite
the right hand
右手でペンを持ちます。
I hold the pen with my right hand.
右手migite
the direction or side on the right
右手にコンビニが見えます。
I can see a convenience store on my right.
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Notes
- Etymology
右 (migi, right) + 手 (te, hand), with 手 voicing to -te→-te in compound as migite.
- Nuance
the second sense (rightward direction) is common in giving directions and describing scenery.
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