Call it a day

Meaning

The idiom "call it a day" is commonly used to indicate that something has reached its end or completion. It can also be used to signify the end of a meeting, task, project, or activity. The figurative meaning suggests that all parties involved are satisfied with the outcome and ready to move on to other things.

Usage

• We have completed all the necessary tasks for this project, so let's call it a day.
• After a long and productive meeting, we decided to call it a day and reconvene tomorrow.
• I am feeling tired and need some rest, so I'll call it a day and go home early.
• The game has ended in a draw, so let's call it a day and head back to the locker room.
• We have achieved our goal for today, so let's call it a day and celebrate our success. The usage of "call it a day" can vary depending on the context. It may be used in different situations such as work, sports, or personal life. In some cases, it may also be used to imply that something has failed or not gone as planned.

Roots and History

The origin of "call it a day" is unclear, but there are several theories about its roots. One theory suggests that the phrase comes from the old English phrase "halan," which means to rest or sleep. Another theory suggests that it may have originated in the farming industry where farmers would stop working at sunset and call it a day. Over time, the meaning of "call it a day" has evolved to include more general situations beyond just work or sports. Today, it is commonly used as an idiom to indicate the end of something, whether it is a meeting, project, or activity.

Synonyms in English

• Finish up
• End it here
• Bring it to a close
• Wrap it up
• Conclude it now

Synonyms in other languages

• French - terminer
• Spanish - terminar
• German - beenden
• Italian - terminare
• Dutch - afsluiten

Similar Idioms

• end of the day

• coin a phrase

• close call