what does it mean when somebody says serves him right?

what does it mean when somebody says serves him right?

Answer #1

it simply means to treat one as one deserves, especially to punish justly: It will serve you right if she never speaks to you again. people tend to see one another get their comeuppance .. amazing how much some do more than others

Answer #2

It basically means someone who deserved what they got. For example, if someone did something stupid (like played with fire etc) and got hurt, it would serve them right for doing something stupid in the first place :)

Answer #3

that it serves him right..he shouldnt of done that.

Answer #4

it means the thing that happened to the person suits the person for what it did!

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