roger

interjection
UK: /ˈrɒdʒər/
US: /ˈrɑːdʒər/

  1. Used to say that you understand a message.

    1. Roger that, I'm on my way to the destination now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Air traffic control confirmed, "Roger," and the pilot adjusted course. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

understood acknowledged affirmative
roger verb

  1. To acknowledge receipt or understanding of a communication, especially in radio communication.

    1. I rogered the instruction and started the engine. [ ] [ ]
    2. The captain rogered the order, and the crew began preparations for departure. [ ] [ ]
roger noun

  1. An acknowledgement of a message or instruction, especially in radio communication.

    1. The controller gave a roger to the pilot. [ ] [ ]
    2. After the mission brief, we heard a clear roger from the lead pilot. [ ] [ ]
roger noun

  1. A man's name.

    1. Roger is my friend's name, and he is a good person. [ ] [ ]
    2. I met a new colleague named Roger, and he seems quite skilled in his area. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "roger" is /ˈrɒdʒər/ in British English and /ˈrɑːdʒər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "roger": understood, acknowledged, affirmative.

Example usage of "roger": "Roger that, I'm on my way to the destination now.". More examples on the page.