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UK//hiː dɪd hɪz bɛst//US//hi dɪd hɪz bɛst//

Meaning of He did his best

He made the greatest effort possible in a situation.

In simple words: He tried very hard.

He did his best in a sentence

  • He did his best to finish the project on time.
  • Even though he didn't win, he did his best.
  • She always said that he did his best in every situation.
  • When faced with challenges, he did his best to overcome them.
  • We appreciate that he did his best to help us.

How to use He did his best

Use this phrase to express effort in any context. It is generally positive and suitable for both formal and informal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'best' as the highest level of effort, like a student giving their all on a test.

Related words

Collocations with He did his best

  • do one's best
  • best effort
  • give one's best
  • best performance
  • try your best

Synonyms for He did his best

  • tried hard
  • made an effort
  • strived
  • gave it his all
  • put in effort

Common mistakes with He did his best

  • Confusing with 'did his worst', which has the opposite meaning.
  • Using in a sarcastic tone, which may confuse listeners.

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Frequently asked questions about He did his best

What does He did his best mean?

He tried very hard.

What is the definition of He did his best?

He made the greatest effort possible in a situation.

How do you use He did his best in a sentence?

He did his best to finish the project on time.

Can you give another example of He did his best?

Even though he didn't win, he did his best.

What are synonyms for He did his best?

Common alternatives include tried hard, made an effort, strived, gave it his all, put in effort.

What words go with He did his best?

It commonly pairs with do one's best, best effort, give one's best, best performance, try your best.

What are common mistakes when using He did his best?

Confusing with 'did his worst', which has the opposite meaning. Using in a sarcastic tone, which may confuse listeners.

How do you pronounce He did his best?

US: //hi dɪd hɪz bɛst//, UK: //hiː dɪd hɪz bɛst//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use He did his best?

Use this phrase to express effort in any context. It is generally positive and suitable for both formal and informal situations.