wilco
word
Definition
A military and radio communication term meaning 'will comply'; used to show you received and understood an order and will do it.
Usage & Nuances
Very informal and mostly used in military, aviation, or radio contexts. Saying 'wilco' means both you received and will act on the message—unlike 'roger', which only means you received it. Rare in everyday conversation.
Spanish: recibido (jerga militar/comunicaciones)Portuguese (BR): entendido (termo militar/radio)Portuguese (PT): entendido (termo militar/rádio)Chinese (Simplified): 明白（军事/无线电术语）Chinese (Traditional): 明白（軍事/無線電術語）Hindi: समझ गया (सैन्य/रेडियो संचार में)Arabic: تم الاستلام (مصطلح عسكري/اتصالات لاسلكية)
Example Sentences
Pilot to control tower: 'Wilco.'
basic
You must respond with 'wilco' if you understand the instruction.
basic
The soldier said 'wilco' after receiving the message.
basic
“Can you check the fuel levels?” “Wilco!”
natural
When the captain gave new orders, the crew replied, 'Wilco.'
natural
If your boss emails you to adjust the report, a quick 'Wilco' is enough.
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