Conversational Phrases/R

Conversational phrases beginning with R. Select a phrase for more details.

rather you than me

You can say this if someone has to do something that you wouldn't like or want to do.

ready when you are

You can say this if you're ready to go somewhere or do something with someone.

really gone and done it INFORMAL

You can say this if someone's done something really stupid or silly.

right you are British and Australian English INFORMAL

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

rise and shine

You can say this to someone if you're waking them up in the morning.

run for your life! | run for it! INFORMAL

You can say this if someone's in danger and they should escape as quickly as possible.

Contributor: Matt Errey