Meaning of righty-ho | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Indicating agreement.
2. Introducing a sentence in order to draw attention to the importance of what is being said; alright, well (then).

Examples

“But it is curiously difficult to say to John Simpson, 'Actually, I'm scared of flying.' So, instead, I say 'Righty-ho,' and a few days later he is striding into the lobby of the Durban Hilton to meet me.”

“Righty-ho, let's get going.”

““Er… a cappuccino, please,” replied Chloe, trying to sound grown-up. “I think I’ll have one too.” Mr Stink shuffled behind the counter and started opening tins. “Righty-ho, two cappuccinos coming right up.””

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