Rather you, him, etc. than me Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Empathetic Relief Expresses empathy by being thankful for not being in someone else's situation. He has to work 80 hours this week, rather him than me. Pro Tip 2/3Subtle Irony Sometimes used ironically to mean you might actually want to be in that situation. You're dating a celebrity? Rather you than me! Pro Tip 3/3Casual Tone Used in informal situations among friends or colleagues. You're giving a presentation to the entire company? Rather you than me, mate!