右手

右手 (yòu shǒu) means 'right hand' in English. It specifically refers to the hand on the right side of the body, opposite the left hand. Unlike 'hand' in general, 右手 emphasizes the spatial orientation of the limb.

The character 右 (yòu) originally meant 'right' or 'correct,' and it was often used in contexts of direction or morality. 手 (shǒu) means 'hand.' Together, they form a compound word that literally translates to 'right hand.'

In daily use, 右手 is commonly used in directions, body parts, and even metaphorically, such as in phrases like 右手助手 (yòu shǒu zhùshǒu), meaning 'right-hand assistant.' It's also used in sports, gestures, and formal descriptions of body positions.