English phrases

How to say “let's call it a day

Meaning

Stop work for the day, as it's time to finish.

When to use

When ending a work session, meeting, or activity, typically because it's late or enough has been done.

Hear it in context

After working on the project for hours, the manager said, 'We've made good progress, let's call it a day.'

Alternative expressions

  • let's wrap up
  • let's finish up
  • let's call it quits

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