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Has finished or is finished, which one is correct? ›

“Has been finished” implies the work has been already completed, earlier. There is a time gap between the completed work and the present time. “Is finished" doesn't imply any time gap. It means the work had been completed just then, not some time ago.

“Has finished” is used for an action or event in the immediate past while “had finished” is used for an action or event in a more distant past.

There is no difference between “being done” and “being finished.” Grammar experts note that “done” and “finished” can be used interchangeably.

Some common synonyms of finish are close, complete, conclude, end, and terminate. While all these words mean "to bring or come to a stopping point or limit," finish may stress completion of a final step in a process.

We use both to indicate something is over, however, if you want to be specific, remember that cakes, bread, and food generally are done, whereas, we use 'finished' when we eat something. Check out the following examples: Having done your homework earlier feels better. I finished breakfast like two minutes ago.

“Complete” as a verb has a similar meaning to “finish,” but instead of just “to end,” it means “finish making or doing something in its entirety.” We can use it with a direct object. She completed her bachelor's degree last May.

“Have you finished” refers to an action when someone is being asked if they have completed a task they're given. Example: “Have you finished the classwork I've given to you”? “Are you finished” sounds more figurative, like an action when someone is being asked if they are completely exhausted or drained out.

“The food has been finished” and “The food has finished” are both grammatically correct English.

The verb to finish can be used with the auxiliary 'to have' or 'to be': 'I have finished' (the auxiliary verb 'have') as well as I am finished (auxiliary verb to be) (predominantly American). Both have the same meaning.

What is the difference between is done and has been done? ›

“Is done” is used for actions that are completed very recently or emphasize the result in the present moment. For example, “The report is done.” On the other hand, “has been done” refers to actions that were finished at some unspecified time in the past and may still influence the present.