adverb
to the right, right (direction)
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rechts is an adverb meaning to the right (direction) or rightwards. Antonym: links. Often used in phrases like 'rechts von' + dative ('rechts von mir' = to my right). Also can denote political 'right' (rechts) in contexts. It's an adverb of place, not reflexive or gradable.
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Das Geschäft ist rechts vom Bahnhof.
The shop is to the right of the station.
Biegen Sie an der Ampel rechts ab.
Turn right at the traffic light.
Der Fahrer bog rechts ab, weil die Straße gesperrt war.
The driver turned right because the road was closed.
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Imagine pointing to the right with the word 'rechts' appearing beside your hand.
Sounds like 'rechts' ~ 'rects' — think 'right'.
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Common adverb for indicating direction; can also be used in legal/political contexts ('rechts' meaning right-wing).