Explaining "Wonders will never cease"

Reviewed and edited by

Anwar Kareem 12/02/2025, 14:59

English.me team member

What does it mean?

The phrase "Wonders will never cease" is an idiomatic expression used to convey surprise or amazement at something unexpected or remarkable happening.

Tone

The tone is often ironic or sarcastic, sometimes humorous, expressing mild astonishment or disbelief.

Origin

The phrase is thought to have biblical roots, stemming from a sense of awe at divine miracles, but it later became popular in English in a more secular and somewhat sarcastic context during the 17th and 18th centuries.

Examples of usage

You finally cleaned your room? Wonders will never cease!
He showed up on time for once—wonders will never cease!
She actually admitted she was wrong! Wonders will never cease.