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How do you say "turn right" in Italian?

Gira a destra

Phrase Noun

In Italian, "turn right" is Gira a destra.

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Pronunciation

Gira a destra is JEE-rah ah DEH-strah, stress on gira and the first syllable of destra.

Grammar notes

Gira a destra is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

turn right

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How to remember Gira a destra

Destra relates to 'dexterity' and being right-handed, or 'dexterous', both linked to the right side.

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Questions about Gira a destra

How do you pronounce Gira a destra?

Gira a destra is JEE-rah ah DEH-strah, stress on gira and the first syllable of destra.

Is Gira a destra formal or casual?

Gira a destra is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is Gira a destra used in Italian?

Gira a destra is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (turn right).

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