On the mark Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmɑɹk

AHN-thuh-MARK

UK

ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈɑːk

ON-thuh-MAHK

Definition

'On the mark' means completely correct, accurate, or exactly right. It is used to say that something closely matches the facts or expectations.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly informal or conversational; often used for opinions, answers, predictions, or comments. Similar to 'spot on' or 'right on target'. Not used for physical locations—it's about correctness.

• Spanish: acertado - en el blanco (figurado)
• Portuguese (BR): certo - preciso
• Portuguese (PT): certo - preciso
• Chinese (Simplified): 准确 - 到位 (比喻)
• Chinese (Traditional): 準確 - 到位 (比喻)
• Hindi: सटीक - बिलकुल सही
• Arabic: دقيق - في الصميم
• Bengali: একদম সঠিক - নির্ভুল
• Russian: в точку - правильно
• Japanese: 的確 - 的を射ている
• Vietnamese: chính xác - đúng trọng tâm
• Korean: 정확하다 - 딱 맞다
• Turkish: tam isabet - tam doğru
• Urdu: بالکل درست - بالکل صحیح
• Indonesian: tepat sekali - benar sekali

Example Sentences

Your answer is on the mark.

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Her prediction was on the mark.

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That comment was on the mark.

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Yeah, that's on the mark—I couldn't agree more.

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Your guess about the new manager was right on the mark.

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His explanation was on the mark and helped everyone understand.

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