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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
右边yòubianright sideHSK 2, f, 10 strokes, rank #2692, Easy
右边yòubianright, to the rightHSK 2, f, 10 strokes, rank #2692, Easy
yòubian(you4bian5)you bian T4
  1. 1right side
  2. 2right, to the right
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March 24, 2026

右边(右邊)yòubian(you4bian5)

右边 (yòubiān) refers to the right side of an object or person. It is commonly used in directional contexts, such as giving directions or describing the location of items relative to one another.

Strokes10Frequency#2692DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, directions and spatial awareness are often emphasized, especially in urban planning and architecture, where orientation plays a significant role.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person standing straight with their arms out. The right arm (右) is extended towards the right side (边). Visualize 'you' (pronounced similar to 'you') enthusiastically pointing to the right side to indicate direction.

Meanings of 右边

yòubian(you4bian5)
1right side
2right, to the right
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About 右边

右边Simplified
右邊Traditional
10Strokes
—Radical
方位词direction word (dir.)Part of Speech
#2692Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L2HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 右边

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左边 (zuǒbiān) — use 右边 for the right side, while 左边 refers to the left side.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 右边 with 左边 (zuǒbiān), which means 'left side.' It's used in both formal and informal settings, and common collocations include phrases like '在右边' (on the right side). Pay attention to the fourth tone in 右 (yòu) to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 2 word, 右边 can be used to practice directional vocabulary alongside related words like 左边 (left side) and 中间 (middle). Focus on using it in sentences to describe locations accurately.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is using 右边 to mean 'right' in a non-directional context, such as 'I feel right.' Instead, say '我觉得对' (I feel right). Another mistake is mispronouncing 右 with a different tone, which can confuse listeners.

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Component Characters

右yòuright (-hand)
HSK 25 strokes口
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边biānside
HSK 15 strokes辶
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How to say right side in Chinese

“right side” in Chinese is右边yòubian

右边 (yòubiān) refers to the right side of an object or person. It is commonly used in directional contexts, such as giving directions or describing the location of items relative to one another.

When to use 右边

Learners often confuse 右边 with 左边 (zuǒbiān), which means 'left side.' It's used in both formal and informal settings, and common collocations include phrases like '在右边' (on the right side). Pay attention to the fourth tone in 右 (yòu) to avoid confusion.

右边 or something close to it

左边 (zuǒbiān) — use 右边 for the right side, while 左边 refers to the left side.

What learners get wrong

A common mistake is using 右边 to mean 'right' in a non-directional context, such as 'I feel right.' Instead, say '我觉得对' (I feel right). Another mistake is mispronouncing 右 with a different tone, which can confuse listeners.

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Grammar Patterns of 右边

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洗手间在____。

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Example Sentences for 右边 (6)

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路在这里分了岔;你应该走右边一条。

lù zài zhè lǐ fēn le chà; ; nǐ yīng gāi zǒu yòu biān yī。

The road divides; you should take the right fork.
2
在她右边,远远的,她依稀能辨认出希法镇。

zài tā yòu biān, , yuǎn yuǎn, de , tā yī xī néng biàn rèn chū xī。

Distantly, to her right, she could make out the town of Chiffa.
3
她按了一下喇叭,把车开到右边停下。

tā àn le yī xià lǎ bā, , bǎ chē kāi dào yòu biān tíng。

She pulled to the right with a honk.
4
他开始在那件磨得很旧的,肥大的衣服上的右边口袋里东摸西摸.

tā kāi shǐ zài nà jiàn mó dé hěn jiù de, , féi dà de yī fú shàng de yòu biān kǒu dài lǐ dōng mō xī.

He began to search in the right - hand pocket of his well - worn and baggy linen suit.
5
在路的右边

zài lù de yòu biān

on the right-hand side of the road
6
那, 右边那个就是我的帅哥按摩师啦! 西拉米迦勒.

nà, , yòu biān nà gè jiù shì wǒ de shuài gē àn mó shī! lā ! xī lā mǐ.

There, the one on the right is my handsome masseur! Silas Michael.

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You can say '书在桌子的右边' (The book is on the right side of the table).

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