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    Diestra (en. Right-handed)

    /ˈdjes.tɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Right hand.
    To write, I mainly use my right hand.
    Para escribir, uso principalmente mi diestra.
    Direction or location to the right.
    The way to the store is on the right.
    El camino a la tienda está a la diestra.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'dexter', which means 'right-handed' or 'skilled'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be on the right
    To be in a position of honor or preference.
    estar a la diestra
    to do something with the right hand
    To perform an action with skill.
    hacer algo con la diestra
    to take a look to the right
    To look towards the right side.
    echar un vistazo a la diestra

    Related Words

    right-handed
    That is done or used with the right hand.
    diestro
    left-handed
    That relates to the left.
    siniestra

    Slang Meanings

    A person skilled in a trade or task.
    That designer is very skillful; he always creates amazing things.
    Ese diseñador es muy diestra, siempre crea cosas increíbles.
    To do something in a cunning or smart way.
    She is skilled at negotiating; she always gets what she wants.
    Ella es diestra para negociar, siempre consigue lo que quiere.