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ok done
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
'ok done' is not an acceptable sentence in written English.
It is typically used in informal settings, such as online chat or texting. For example, you might text someone, "Let me know what you decide. Ok done."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
News & Media
Academia
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Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
4 human-written examples
Ok, done?
Academia
OK, done.
News & Media
"Talk to human beings like they too are human beings" haha OK, done.
News & Media
"Talk to human beings like they too are human beings" haha OK done NEXT... "Sit in silence while a man watches sports"... Essentially, the advice here is "wank him off", which: yes, everyone enjoys being wanked off, especially as part of an elaborate and shocking surprise.
News & Media
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
56 human-written examples
OK, do mention sport.
News & Media
OK Does this make sense?
Right, OK? Do I have a moment?
OK, do you have a girlfriend then?
News & Media
"I have been going OK doing what I have done.
News & Media
It's not, "OK, did you discuss gender?
News & Media
OK? Do you understand?" Mélodie said she understood.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
In professional or academic writing, avoid using "ok done". Opt for more formal alternatives like "okay, finished" or "understood, completed".
Common error
Avoid using "ok done" in emails, reports, or presentations. This phrase is too informal and can make your writing seem unprofessional.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "ok done" primarily functions as an informal confirmation of completion or agreement. It's a shortened way to indicate that a task has been finished and understood. As noted by Ludwig AI, this construction is not considered standard English.
Frequent in
News & Media
50%
Academia
50%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Science
0%
Encyclopedias
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, while "ok done" might seem like a quick and efficient way to confirm completion or agreement in very informal settings, it is generally considered grammatically incorrect and inappropriate for formal communication. Ludwig AI identifies it as not being acceptable in written English. For professional or academic contexts, it's best to use more standard alternatives such as "okay, finished", "understood, completed", or other similar phrases to maintain a polished and credible tone.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
Okay, finished
Replaces "done" with "finished", a more formal synonym.
Alright, completed
Uses "alright" for agreement and "completed" for a stronger sense of finalization.
Understood, I'm finished
Adds "understood" to acknowledge instructions or information before stating completion.
Acknowledged, task complete
Employs formal terms "acknowledged" and "task complete" for a professional context.
Confirmed, it's finished
Uses "confirmed" to verify understanding and "it's finished" to indicate completion.
Right, all set
Replaces "done" with "all set" indicating readiness or completion.
Very well, that's completed
Adds "very well" for polite agreement and restates completion more formally.
Noted, work is done
Uses "noted" to show receipt of information and "work is done" for a clearer statement of completion.
Yes, I've completed it
Offers a more explicit and grammatically correct confirmation of completion.
Sure, I am done
A more affirmative way to state completion, replacing "ok" with "sure" and adding the pronoun.
FAQs
How can I use "ok done" in a sentence?
While "ok done" is generally discouraged in formal writing, it can be used in very informal contexts like texting or casual conversation. For example, "Let me know when you're ready. Ok done?"
What can I say instead of "ok done"?
You can use alternatives like "okay, finished", "understood, completed", or "alright, completed" depending on the context.
Is "ok done" grammatically correct?
No, "ok done" does not follow standard English grammar rules. It's a shortened, informal expression.
When is it appropriate to use "ok done"?
It's only appropriate in very informal settings, such as quick texts or casual chats with friends. Avoid it in professional or academic communication.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
88%
Authority and reliability
2.4/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested