nailed it
What is another word for nailed it? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Phrase — Did something exactly right, or performed extremely well.
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How to use nailed it
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
absolutely nailed it
you nailed it
nailed the audition
nailed the presentation
Informal; extremely common in speech and social media captions.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the phrase 'nailed it' come from?
It comes from the verb 'nail' in the sense of fixing something firmly and precisely in place, which extended to hitting a target exactly. The whole phrase is modern informal English.
How do you know if 'nailed it' is sarcastic?
Context and the evidence beside it. Paired with a picture of a disaster, or said flatly after an obvious failure, it means the opposite of praise; said after a genuine success, it is straightforward.
Is 'nailed it' suitable for work?
In speech and casual team chat, yes, and it is a friendly compliment. In formal writing, prefer something like 'handled it perfectly' or 'delivered exactly what was needed'.
