informal 2K

Do you copy

🇬🇧 UK //dʊ jʊ ˈkɒpi// 🇺🇸 US //du jə ˈkɑpi//

Meaning of Do you copy

A phrase used to ask if someone understands or hears you.

In simple words: Do you understand what I said?

Do you copy in a sentence

• On the radio, I said, 'Do you copy?' after giving the orders.
• When I yelled across the street, I asked, 'Do you copy?'
• During the meeting, I looked at my teammate and shouted, 'Do you copy?'
• He paused and replied, 'Yes, I copy!'
• Before leaving, she texted, 'Do you copy everything we discussed?'

How to use Do you copy

Commonly used in casual conversation, especially in radio communication. Not usually appropriate in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine an operator on a radio asking if their friend heard them.

Related words

Collocations with Do you copy

• copy that
• can you copy
• copy me
• do you read me

Synonyms for Do you copy

• Do you hear me?
• Do you understand?
• Can you hear me?
• Are you there?

Common mistakes with Do you copy

• Used too seriously in casual conversations.
• Confused with 'Do you understand?' which is more formal.
• Neglecting response expectation after asking.

Frequently asked questions about Do you copy

What does Do you copy mean?

Do you understand what I said?

What is the definition of Do you copy?

A phrase used to ask if someone understands or hears you.

How do you use Do you copy in a sentence?

On the radio, I said, 'Do you copy?' after giving the orders.

Can you give another example of Do you copy?

When I yelled across the street, I asked, 'Do you copy?'

What are synonyms for Do you copy?

Common alternatives include Do you hear me?, Do you understand?, Can you hear me?, Are you there?.

What words go with Do you copy?

It commonly pairs with copy that, can you copy, copy me, do you read me.

What are common mistakes when using Do you copy?

Used too seriously in casual conversations. Confused with 'Do you understand?' which is more formal. Neglecting response expectation after asking.

How do you pronounce Do you copy?

US: //du jə ˈkɑpi//, UK: //dʊ jʊ ˈkɒpi//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Do you copy formal or informal?

"Do you copy" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Do you copy?

Commonly used in casual conversation, especially in radio communication. Not usually appropriate in formal settings.