tout est fini
In French, all done is expressed as tout est fini.
The phrase tout est fini is used to state that a task or activity has been completed. In casual conversation, French speakers often use C'est bon to mean 'all done' or 'that's enough' when a task is completed or a requirement is met.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase tout est fini literally translates to 'everything is finished'.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In a professional or formal setting, instead of saying tout est fini, it is more natural to say j'ai terminé (I have finished) to indicate you have completed your work. C'est bon literally means it's good and can convey that you're all done.
Did you know?
- While tout est fini is used for tasks, saying C'est fini in a romantic context usually means a relationship has ended.
- While tout est fini means 'everything is finished', if you use it to describe a person, it can imply they are 'finished' in a way that suggests they are dead or completely ruined.
- Using C'est bon to mean 'all done' can also function as a way to politely tell someone to stop pouring a drink or adding food.
Examples in context
- Tout est fini pour aujourd'hui.Everything is all done for today.
- Ne t'inquiète pas, tout est fini.Don't worry, it's all done.
- Enfin, tout est fini !Finally, everything is all done!
Example conversation
Léa and Gabriel are cleaning the kitchen together.
- LéaTu as lavé les verres, Gabriel ?Did you wash the glasses, Gabriel?
- GabrielOui, tout est fini dans l'évier.Yes, it's all done in the sink.
- LéaParfait, merci beaucoup.Perfect, thank you very much.
- GabrielDe rien, Léa.You're welcome, Léa.
