informal10K+

UK//jʊə(r) ɒn//US//jʊr ɑn//

Meaning of You're on

A phrase indicating you are engaged in an activity.

In simple words: You are participating or engaged.

You're on in a sentence

  • If you think you can win, then you're on!
  • Let's see whose team is better; you're on!
  • When I ask if anyone wants to join, say ‘you're on!’

How to use You're on

Used in casual conversations to confirm participation or readiness, often in gaming or social contexts. Not appropriate for formal situations.

Grammar pattern

you're + on + activity

Memory hint

Sounds like 'you're lawn' — imagine someone saying they’re ready to start mowing the lawn!

Related words

Collocations with You're on

  • you're on the team
  • you're on the clock
  • you're on a call

Synonyms for You're on

  • you're ready
  • you're engaged
  • you're participating

Opposites of You're on

Common mistakes with You're on

  • Confusing with 'you're in' which is less specific.
  • Using it in overly formal contexts.
  • Mispronouncing quickly in fast speech.

You're on appears in

You're on in other languages

More chunks like You're on

People also search for

  • You're on meaning
  • meaning of You're on
  • You're on definition
  • define You're on
  • what does You're on mean
  • You're on means
  • how to use You're on

Frequently asked questions about You're on

What does You're on mean?

You are participating or engaged.

What is the definition of You're on?

A phrase indicating you are engaged in an activity.

How do you use You're on in a sentence?

If you think you can win, then you're on!

Can you give another example of You're on?

Let's see whose team is better; you're on!

What are synonyms for You're on?

Common alternatives include you're ready, you're engaged, you're participating.

What is the opposite of You're on?

Opposite meanings include You're off, You're out, You're offside.

What words go with You're on?

It commonly pairs with you're on the team, you're on the clock, you're on a call.

What are common mistakes when using You're on?

Confusing with 'you're in' which is less specific. Using it in overly formal contexts. Mispronouncing quickly in fast speech.

How do you pronounce You're on?

US: //jʊr ɑn//, UK: //jʊə(r) ɒn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You're on formal or informal?

"You're on" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You're on?

Used in casual conversations to confirm participation or readiness, often in gaming or social contexts. Not appropriate for formal situations.