is finished on

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "is finished on" is not correct and does not convey a clear meaning in written English.
It may be intended to indicate the completion of something by a specific date or time, but it is not a standard expression. Example: "The project is finished on Friday."

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Science

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

14 human-written examples

Enrollment is not complete until registration is finished on Saturday.

The New York Times

"And the discreet drawer is nice — you barely notice it, because it is finished on the miter".

The New York Times

It's extremely tender, and is finished on the grill for a bit of charred crunchiness on the corners.

The New Yorker

(The station is borrowing additional studio space until work is finished on its facilities at the Clocktower).

The New York Times - Arts

When construction is finished on its two sites in Australia and South Africa it will be the largest radio telescope on Earth.

The Guardian - Tech

If it is finished on time, summer of 2002, all New Yorkers will have to do is go to Hoboken and Wait a minute.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

40 human-written examples

In Uganda, there is not one single public works project that has ever been finished on time or within budget.

The Guardian

It was finished on Dec. 9.

The New Yorker

Most, like cattle, are finished on grain.

The New York Times - Food

Everything was finished on Sept. 1.

The New York Times - Sports

Still, despite some setbacks, the project was finished on time.

The New York Times

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When specifying a completion date, use phrases like "is completed by" or "is due on" for clarity and correctness.

Common error

Avoid using "on" after "finished" when referring to completion dates. Instead, use "by" or rephrase the sentence to use a more standard construction.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "is finished on" functions as a passive construction indicating the completion of an action or task by a specified date. However, Ludwig AI indicates that this construction is not standard. Alternatives like "is completed by" are more grammatically sound.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

50%

Science

36%

Wiki

14%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the phrase "is finished on" appears in some contexts, it is generally considered grammatically incorrect in standard English. Ludwig AI confirms this assessment. For clearer and more effective communication, it's best to use alternatives such as "is completed by" or "is due on" when specifying a completion date. Using such alternatives enhances clarity and credibility in both formal and informal writing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

is completed on

Uses 'completed' which is a more standard term for finishing something, specifically on a certain date.

is done on

Replaces 'finished' with 'done', a simpler term, while maintaining the 'on' to specify a date.

is finalized on

Emphasizes the finality of the action being completed, using 'finalized'.

concludes on

Indicates the ending or termination of something on a specific date.

ends on

A more direct and simple way to say something finishes at a certain time.

is scheduled to finish on

Adds a sense of planning or expectation for the completion date.

is set to be completed on

Similar to 'scheduled', but emphasizes an arrangement or plan for completion.

will be over on

Uses 'over' to indicate that something will be entirely finished by a certain date.

is slated for completion on

Suggests a formal or official expectation for when something will be finished.

is to be finished by

Shifts the focus to the deadline rather than the action of finishing itself.

FAQs

How can I rephrase "is finished on" to sound more natural?

Instead of "is finished on", use phrases like "is completed by", "is due on", or simply "is done by" followed by the date.

Which is the correct way to indicate a completion date: "is finished on" or "is finished by"?

"is finished by" is the more grammatically correct and commonly used phrase to indicate a completion date. "Is finished on" is generally considered incorrect.

What's the difference between "is finished on" and "is completed on"?

While both attempt to indicate a completion date, "is completed on" is slightly better but still not ideal. "Is finished on" is generally considered ungrammatical. It is better to say, "is completed by".

Are there situations where "is finished on" might be acceptable?

While generally not recommended in formal writing, "is finished on" might be used in very informal contexts or certain dialects. However, it's safer to opt for more standard alternatives like "is completed by" for clarity.