is that right

1. Is that really true? Is that a fact? Can be used to indicate simple acknowledgement or surprise, or sarcastically to indicate disbelief. A: "John's got the flu so he'll have to skip this week." B: "Is that right? That's too bad. Tell him I hope he feels better." A: "I'm actually a black belt." B: "Is that right? Wow, I never knew you were so highly trained." A: "I'd be rich if J.K. Rowling didn't steal my idea!" B: "Oh, is that right? Gee, too bad for you."

2. A phrase used to confirm that something is correct. The total I got is $80.42. Is that right? OK, let me read the phone number back to you: 555-365-1234. Is that right? And you're looking to make an appointment with Dr. Devlin, is that right?