right you are

British and Australian English INFORMAL
This page is about the conversational phrase right you are

Meaning

You can say this if you understand your instructions, or understand what someone wants you to do.

For example

  • "Call me when you're ready, OK?"
    "Right you are."

  • "As soon as he gets here, bring him to my office."
    "Right you are, boss."

Note:
Also "Sure thing!" (informal) and "As you wish" (formal)

Variety

This is typically used in British and Australian English but may be used in other varieties of English too.

Quick Quiz

Ben said, "Right you are!" His friend had said,

a. "Are you feeling OK?"

b. "What do you think?"

c. "Be there by eight!"
a) "Are you feeling OK?" b) "What do you think?" c) "Be there by eight!"

Contributor: Matt Errey