what does it mean to say keep up the good work
keep up just means maintain, continue, doing whatever it is. It is used to let someone know that you think they are doing a good job, and to encourage them to keep on doing a good job. Basically, I like what you have done so far, so keep doing that sort of thing. keep up the good work! busterwasmycat Â· 2 years ago.ou can use this phrase when you want to praise the work that someone has already completed. For example, I notice that my daughter has done a good job on her homework. I want her to continue to make this kind of effort, so I tell her Keep up the good work, i.e. 'continue to work this way'. Bizibet Â· 2 years ago.