Warning sign · W329
Road narrows on right sign (W329)
The road narrows from the right ahead.
What does the road narrows on right sign mean?
The road narrows from the right ahead.
What should you do?
Check traffic and prepare for less road space.
| Sign code | W329 |
|---|---|
| Sign group | Warning signs |
| Applies to | All learner codes (1, 2 and 3) |
| Test section | Road signs and markings |
How to recognise the road narrows on right sign
A triangle showing the road narrowing from the right.
Where you will see it
On any road before the right-hand edge closes in.
What to do when you see it, step by step
- Slow down and adjust your position as the space reduces on your right.
The common mistake
Read which side is narrowing. The two one-sided versions are mirror images.
Why this sign matters
When the right edge closes in, there is less room for vehicles to pass one another. The warning lets you plan your position before the space shrinks.
About warning signs
Warning signs tell you about a hazard ahead so you can slow down and prepare. They are red-bordered triangles. The K53 learner's test asks you to recognise signs like the road narrows on right sign (W329) and choose the correct response, so learn both the picture and the action.
How to answer a test question about this sign
- Look at the shape and colour first. They tell you the group: warning signs for this one.
- Recall what the sign asks of you: check traffic and prepare for less road space.
- Remove the options that describe a different group of sign, then choose the response that matches the action.
Want the full explanation? Read the chapter Warning signs and temporary road controls.
Signs it is often confused with
Learners mix up signs that look or sound similar. Compare the road narrows on right sign with these:
Road narrows (W328)A triangle showing the road narrowing symmetrically from both sides.
Road narrows on left (W330)A triangle showing the road narrowing from the left.
Side road ahead (W107)A triangle showing your road continuing straight with a side road joining from the left.Test yourself: Road narrows on right sign questions
1 What does this sign mean?
- Turning right at this point is prohibited.
- The road narrows from the right ahead.
- You may not exceed 30 km/h.
Show the answer
Answer B: The road narrows from the right ahead.
Check traffic and prepare for less road space.
Memory tip: W329 · Road narrows on right
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2 Which response fits this sign?
- Check traffic and prepare for less road space.
- Continue in a permitted direction rather than turning right.
- Stay at or below 30 km/h and drive more slowly if conditions require it.
Show the answer
Answer A: Check traffic and prepare for less road space.
Road narrows on right: The road narrows from the right ahead.
Memory tip: Check traffic and prepare for less road space.
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Road narrows on right sign: quick questions
What does the road narrows on right sign (W329) mean?
The road narrows from the right ahead.
What should you do at the road narrows on right sign?
Slow down and adjust your position as the space reduces on your right.
Where will you see the road narrows on right sign?
On any road before the right-hand edge closes in.
What is the common mistake with the road narrows on right sign?
Read which side is narrowing. The two one-sided versions are mirror images.
Sign artwork: Southern African Development Community (SADC), public domain. AceK53 is an independent study aid. Always confirm test requirements with your driving licence testing centre.