Right hook- is there such a thing for orthodox fighters?

[SweetScience]

Whenever we do mitts, my trainer lets me do a right hook. However, other trainers in my gym dont call it a right hook but a right cross. From what I understand, a cross and the hook are the same but for some they are different.

[BeGGeRs]

a cross is a right hand over the jab hence the word cross and a right hook is a right hook. i prefer not to throw them they leave you open for 2 many counters..

[KDot10]

I don't use my right hook that much, being an orthodox fighter. I lead with my left jab or hook, or overhand right if I'm feeling good.

Only time i use it is when im up close on the inside, or when there's a perfect oppurtunity to use it

[PedroDePacas]

Right cross isn't the same as right hook.

I've always been taught to avoid throwing the right hook (except on the inside) as it leaves you open for a counter.

[BeGGeRs]

A right cross is no the same as a right hook. A right cross is a straight right over your opponents jab

[bestdefense117]

A lefthook requires you to pivot the foot to put bodyweight into your punch, but you can't pivot the right foot for a righthook or you go off balance. But the bojo punch resembles a lefthook but you dont pivot the foot just the hips.

[achillesthegreat]

A right hook does exist.

The right hook and right cross are different punches.

Typically you'd use the right cross instead of the hook.