30 Best Ron Weasley Quotes From The Harry Potter Franchise

Srija Chanda
Dec 12, 2023 By Srija Chanda
Originally Published on Feb 28, 2021
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Ronald Weasley is a pure-blood wizard created by author J. K. Rowling, whose favorite spell is Engorgio.

He is the youngest son of Molly and Arthur Weasley. His younger sister is Ginny Weasley and he is the younger brother of Bill, Charlie, Percy, Fred, and George.

Ron Weasley befriended Harry Potter aboard the Hogwarts Express and their friendship lasted throughout their years in school and beyond.

Even though Ron didn't particularly take to Hermione at first, the two eventually became friends and fell in love despite Lavender Brown developing a crush on Ron. Perhaps Ron and Hermione's polar opposite personalities worked out in nurturing their romance.

Ron was a part of almost all the challenges Harry faced throughout his years in Hogwarts and together with Hermione, the 'Golden Trio' will occupy a special place in the heart of all Potterheads!

If you like what you read, then do check out short Harry Potter quotes and Hermione Granger quotes.

Ron Weasley Book Quotes

Here are some iconic quotes by Ron Weasley and quotes about Ron Weasley by J. K. Rowling that has left a mark on all Potterheads!

1. "Lockhart’ll sign anything if it stands still long enough."

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 10, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

2. "You asked us a question and she knows the answer! Why ask if you don't want to be told?"

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Nine, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

3. “I forgot we’ll be hunting down Voldemort in a mobile library.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Six, 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows'.

4. “Hearing voices no one else can hear isn’t a good sign, even in the wizarding world.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Nine, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

5. "We don’t want any more Dobbies, do we? We can’t order them to die for us ."

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 31, 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows'.

6. “The house-elves, they’ll all be down in the kitchen, won’t they?”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 31, 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows'.

7. "'Yeah, I’ve seen those things they think are gnomes,' said Ron, bent double with his head in a peony bush, 'like fat little Santa Clauses with fishing rods.'"

- J. K. Rowling, Chapter Three, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

8. "Excuse me, are you the imprint of a departed soul?"

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 21, 'Harry Potter And The Half Blood Prince'.

9. “Percy wouldn’t recognize a joke if it danced naked in front of him wearing Dobby’s tea cozy.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 21, 'Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire'.

10. "'Aaaaah,' said Ron, imitating Professor Trelawney’s mystical whisper, 'when two Neptunes appear in the sky, it is a sure sign that a midget in glasses is being born, Harry.'"

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 13, 'Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire'.

11. "'Blimey, Neville,' said Ron, 'there’s a time and a place for getting a smart mouth.'

- J. K. Rowling, Chapter 29, 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows'.

12. "Don’t let the Muggles get you down!"

- Ron Weasley, Chapter One, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

13. "'Rubbish, said Hermione. 'You’ve read his books — look at all those amazing things he’s done.' 'He says he’s done.' Ron muttered."

- J. K. Rowling, Chapter Six, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

14. “She always forgets I don’t like corned beef.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Six, 'Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone'.

15. “Sunshine, daisies, butter mellow,

Turn this stupid, fat rat yellow.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Six, 'Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone'.

16. “And from now on, I don’t care if my tea leaves spell die, Ron, die —I’m just chucking them in the bin where they belong.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 21, 'Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix'.

17. “Draco Malfoy, the amazing bouncing ferret.”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 13, 'Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire'.

Quotes From Ron Weasley In The Films

While Ron may not be the 'Chosen One,' and the fact that he is a comic relief in the movies has done way more in helping his character get etched in our memory. Here are some classic words from Ron from the movies.

18. "You have got to start standing up to people, Neville."

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone'.

19. "Harry, it's you that has to go on, I know it. Not me, not Hermione, you."

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone'.

20. "You're a little scary sometimes, you know that? Brilliant... but scary."

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone'.

21. "Hello, Hagrid. Tell us, have you been setting anything mad and hairy loose in the castle lately?”

-  Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

22. "I wasn't looking at its feet! I was a bit preoccupied with its heads... or maybe you didn't notice? There were three!"

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone'.

23. "She needs to sort out her priorities."

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone'.

24. "I'm warning you, Hermione! Keep that bloody beast of yours away from Scabbers or I'll turn it into a tea cozy!"

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

25. "Why spiders? Why couldn't it be 'follow the butterflies'?"

-  Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets'.

Funny Ron Weasley Quotes From 'Harry Potter'

Here are some of the best 'Harry Potter' quotes from Ron that make him one of our favorites!

26. "Famous Harry Potter and all that. I’d hate to see what the Ministry’d do to me if I blew up an aunt. Mind you, they’d have to dig me up first, because Mum would’ve killed me."

- Ron Weasley, Chapter Four, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

27. “Harry, you’ve got to come and stay with us. I’ll fix it up with Mum and Dad, then I’ll call you. I know how to use a fellytone now!”

- Ron Weasley, Chapter 22, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

28. “'Why are they all staring?' demanded Albus as he and Rose craned around to look at the other students. 'Don’t let it worry you,' said Ron. 'It’s me. I’m extremely famous.'

-  Epilogue, 'Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows'.

29. "Hermione: You know, the Egyptians used to worship cats.

Ron: Yeah, along with the dung beetle."

- J. K. Rowling, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

30. "A cat? Is that what they told you? It looks more like a pig with hair, if you ask me."

- Ron Weasley, 'Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban'.

Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for Ron Weasley quotes then why not take a look at [funny Harry Potter quotes], or Gryffindor quotes?

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Written by Srija Chanda

Master of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

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Srija ChandaMaster of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

An aspiring media professional, Srija is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Mass Communication at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, after completing her degree in journalism. With experience in PR and social media, she has also honed her leadership skills through her participation in a youth parliament. Srija's interests include devouring books, watching movies, and exploring new places through travel.

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