Diestros (en. Right-handed)

/djes.tɾos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
One who has or demonstrates skill in an activity.
He is skilled in playing the piano.
Es un diestro en el manejo del piano.
Refers to a person who predominantly uses their right hand.
My brother is right-handed, so he writes with his right hand.
Mi hermano es diestro, por eso escribe con la mano derecha.
One who is skilled at performing tasks quickly and efficiently.
The skilled mechanic was able to fix the car in no time.
El mecánico diestro pudo arreglar el coche en poco tiempo.

Etymology

From Latin 'dexter', meaning 'right' or 'skilled'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at random
in all directions, indiscriminately.
a diestro y siniestro
the skilled in
a person who is an expert in a specific field.
el diestro en

Related Words

diestro
skilled or who uses the right hand.
diestro
sinistro
one who uses the left hand or has uncommon skills.
sinistro
skill
ability to perform a job or activity.
habilidad

Slang Meanings

A very skilled person in a sport or activity.
That player is a skilled basketball player.
Esa jugadora es una diestro en el baloncesto.
Someone who stands out for their speed at work.
He is skilled at solving complicated problems.
Es un diestro en solucionar problemas complicados.