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What does "copy that" or "roger that" mean?

In like walkie talkies or like communicators and that people say “copy that” or “roger that” at the end of what they are saying. I have seen it in films and the video bits in computer games and stuff. Im just wondering what it means thx x

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Answer #1

It’s usually a standard form of communication used in radio communication. I think they are both acknowledgements that what’s been said has been heard and understood.

Answer #2

Simply means ‘understood’.

Answer #3

Thx : ) x

Answer #4

Thx : ) x

Answer #5

“Copy” means that you received the message. “Roger” means that you received and understand the message. “Wilco” mean that you WIll COmply with what you received.

“Roger Wilco” naturally means you understand the message and will comply with it.

Different kids of radio: amateur, aviation, maritime, military and police have different voice procedures. “copy” “roger” and “wilco” are not universally used.

Answer #6

Not sure who Roger was, though., lol

Answer #7

:) thank you! that helps

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