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Are we done

🇬🇧 UK //ɑː wiː dʌn// 🇺🇸 US //ɑr wi dʌn//

Meaning of Are we done

A question asking if a task or activity has been completed.

In simple words: Are we finished?

Are we done in a sentence

• After hours of work, I finally asked, 'Are we done?'
• As the meeting dragged on, someone raised their hand and said, 'Are we done?'
• 'Are we done with the project yet?' she asked eagerly.
• 'Are we done for the day or is there more to discuss?'
• With the final touches made, he looked around and inquired, 'Are we done?'

How to use Are we done

Used to inquire if a task or activity is complete. It's polite but can be informal. Avoid in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Imagine a team looking at a clock, asking if they're 'done' for the day.

Related words

Collocations with Are we done

• done for the day
• done with work
• done with tasks
• already done
• almost done

Synonyms for Are we done

• Are we finished?
• Are we complete?
• Is it over?
• Have we concluded?
• Is that it?

Common mistakes with Are we done

• Using it in a formal meeting without context.
• Confusing it with 'Are we finished?' as being too direct.
• Omitting the question mark in written form.

Frequently asked questions about Are we done

What does Are we done mean?

Are we finished?

What is the definition of Are we done?

A question asking if a task or activity has been completed.

How do you use Are we done in a sentence?

After hours of work, I finally asked, 'Are we done?'

Can you give another example of Are we done?

As the meeting dragged on, someone raised their hand and said, 'Are we done?'

What are synonyms for Are we done?

Common alternatives include Are we finished?, Are we complete?, Is it over?, Have we concluded?, Is that it?.

What words go with Are we done?

It commonly pairs with done for the day, done with work, done with tasks, already done, almost done.

What are common mistakes when using Are we done?

Using it in a formal meeting without context. Confusing it with 'Are we finished?' as being too direct. Omitting the question mark in written form.

How do you pronounce Are we done?

US: //ɑr wi dʌn//, UK: //ɑː wiː dʌn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Are we done?

Used to inquire if a task or activity is complete. It's polite but can be informal. Avoid in formal contexts.