How to Pronounce "right and left"
expression
ˈɹaɪt/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɫɛft
RYT-uhnd-LEFT
ɹˈaɪt/ /ˈænd/ /lˈɛft
RYT-and-LEFT
Definition
This expression means in every direction, everywhere, or happening very frequently. It can also literally refer to both the right and left sides.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪt/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɫɛft
British English
ɹˈaɪt/ /ˈænd/ /lˈɛft
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYT-uhnd-LEFT
UK
RYT-and-LEFT
Listen in Context
He handed out flyers right and left.
Gifts were given right and left at the party.
People were shouting right and left.
She’s getting job offers right and left these days.