Right-wing (yòu pài) is a political term referring to individuals, groups, or ideologies that generally support traditional values, limited government intervention in the economy, strong national defense, and social conservatism. The character 右 (yòu) literally means 'right', and in political contexts it symbolizes the conservative or reactionary end of the ideological spectrum; 派 (pài) means 'faction', 'school', or 'group', indicating a collective with shared beliefs or affiliations. Together, 右派 denotes a cohesive political grouping aligned with right-leaning principles.

This term is used primarily in academic, journalistic, and historical discussions — especially when analyzing political systems, party dynamics, or ideological debates in China, Taiwan, or broader Sinophone contexts. While historically charged (e.g., during mid-20th-century political campaigns), modern usage is largely descriptive and neutral in analytical writing, though tone and context strongly affect perception. It contrasts directly with 左派 (zuǒ pài, 'left-wing') and should not be confused with directional terms like 'right side' (also 右).