Work in progress vs. Work in process
In this lesson, we're going to discover the differences and similarities between these two phrases. Well, ready to join me on a new adventure?
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both are phrases that indicate we are working on a project. However, 'work in progress' is the British form and it is more common than 'work in process' which is the American variant.
Differences
The only difference between them is that 'work in progress' is the British phrase and 'work in process' is the American variation. Note that the British one is more common than the American one. Look below:
We've come so far, but it is still
Gaining more approval from customers is still a
Similarities
They both indicate that someone is working on a project to improve it. Check out the following examples:
If you look at yourself as a
The science lab is a
Are They Interchangeable?
They can be used interchangeably. Although native speakers prefer 'work in progress. Compare:
✓ So many years have passed, and the project is still
✓ So many years have passed, and the project is still
As you can see, both are the same.