Meaning of Nice work
A phrase used to express approval of someone's effort or achievement.
In simple words: Good job or effort.
Nice work in a sentence
- You really put in a lot of effort on this project, nice work!
- She received compliments from her boss, who said, 'Nice work' on the presentation.
- After the game, the coach said, 'Nice work, team!' for their hard play.
- He showed his appreciation with a simple, 'Nice work!' after the event.
- Her colleagues cheered, 'Nice work!' after she finished the report ahead of schedule.
How to use Nice work
Used to compliment someone's effort or achievement. Appropriate in casual and professional contexts. Avoid in formal written communication.
Grammar pattern
standalone compliment
Memory hint
Imagine saying 'Nice' while giving a thumbs up for someone's effort.
Related words
Collocations with Nice work
- nice work ethic
- nice work environment
- nice work balance
Common mistakes with Nice work
- Using 'nice work' in overly formal situations.
- Confusing with 'good job'—not all contexts allow 'nice work'.
Nice work appears in
Nice work in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شغل جميل
عمل جيد أو مجهود رائع.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দারুণ কাজ
ভালো কাজ বা প্রচেষ্টা।
- GermanDeutsch
Gute Arbeit
Gute Arbeit oder Anstrengung.
- SpanishEspañol
Buen trabajo
Buen trabajo o esfuerzo.
- Persianفارسی
کارت عالی بود
کارت خوب بود یا تلاش خوبی کردی.
- FrenchFrançais
Beau travail
Bon travail ou bon effort.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बढ़िया काम
अच्छा काम या प्रयास।
- ItalianItaliano
Bel lavoro
Bel lavoro o sforzo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bom trabalho
Bom trabalho ou esforço.
- RussianРусский
Отличная работа
Хорошая работа или старание.
- Urduاردو
اچھا کام
اچھا کام یا کوشش۔
- Chinese中文
干得好
好工作或努力。
More chunks like Nice work
- Good job
- Well done
- SecretA2
known about by only a few people; kept hidden from others
- OrganizationA2
a group of people who form a business, club, etc. together in order to achieve a particular aim
- TruthB1
the true facts about something, rather than the things that have been invented or guessed
- Hiding the truth
Not revealing the true facts about something.
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Frequently asked questions about Nice work
What does Nice work mean?
Good job or effort.
What is the definition of Nice work?
A phrase used to express approval of someone's effort or achievement.
How do you use Nice work in a sentence?
You really put in a lot of effort on this project, nice work!
Can you give another example of Nice work?
She received compliments from her boss, who said, 'Nice work' on the presentation.
What are synonyms for Nice work?
Common alternatives include good job, well done, great effort, impressive work.
What words go with Nice work?
It commonly pairs with nice work ethic, nice work environment, nice work balance.
What are common mistakes when using Nice work?
Using 'nice work' in overly formal situations. Confusing with 'good job'—not all contexts allow 'nice work'.
How do you pronounce Nice work?
US: //naɪs wɜrk//, UK: //naɪs wɜːk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Nice work?
Used to compliment someone's effort or achievement. Appropriate in casual and professional contexts. Avoid in formal written communication.

