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No sooner said than done Meaning in English

expression

NOH SOO-ner SED THAN (or THEN) DUN
noh SOO-nuh SED than DUN

释义

This expression means that as soon as something is said, it is immediately done. It shows someone acts quickly without hesitation after making a decision.

用法与细微差别

This is an idiomatic and somewhat formal expression, often used to praise quick action. It's common when someone completes a task immediately after agreeing to it. Alternatives include 'said and done' or simply 'done.' Seldom used in casual speech.

例句

I told him to clean his room and no sooner said than done!

basic

Finish your homework? No sooner said than done!

basic

She asked for help and it was no sooner said than done.

basic

When the boss wants something, it's no sooner said than done around here.

natural

You need the files by noon? No sooner said than done!

natural

Asked me to book the tickets, and it was no sooner said than done.

natural