How to use "i will keep you posted on any developments"

What Does "i will keep you posted on any developments" Mean?

• The expression "I will keep you posted on any developments" means that you will regularly update someone about the progress or changes in a particular situation. It assures the listener or reader that they will be informed of any significant news or updates as they occur.
• The meaning is semi-idiomatic. While the individual words have their literal meanings, the phrase as a whole has a specific, commonly understood meaning related to providing updates.
• The register is neutral to slightly informal. It's suitable for both professional and casual communication, depending on the context and your relationship with the person you're addressing.

How to Use It

• Grammatical pattern: Subject + will + keep + object + posted + on + noun phrase.
• Typical objects are people or groups of people (e.g., you, them, the team). The preposition 'on' is followed by the subject of the updates, often "any developments," but can also be other nouns like "the progress," "the outcome," or a specific event.
• The components cannot be easily separated without sounding unnatural. The phrase "keep [person] posted" functions as a unit.
• What sounds unnatural: Using the wrong preposition (e.g., "keep you posted about"), using the wrong verb (e.g., "tell you posted"), or omitting the preposition altogether (e.g., "keep you posted developments").

Real-World Examples

These examples are sourced from i will keep you posted on any developments on Ludwig.guru.

"Something seems slightly amiss here, and I'll keep you posted on any developments." — TechCrunch

"We will keep you posted on any developments in this sad and tangled affair." — Science Magazine

"I'll keep you posted on any further insights I have on the subject." — Huffington Post

"I'll keep you posted on our progress." — The New York Times

"Definitely will keep you posted on new releases." — Vice

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Similar Phrases and Alternatives

Phrase	Context
I'll keep you informed	More formal and direct.
I'll update you regularly	Emphasizes the frequency of updates.
I'll let you know what happens	More casual and general.
I'll give you updates	Simple and straightforward.
I'll keep you in the loop	Suggests being included in a group that is receiving the information.
I'll notify you of any changes	More formal, emphasizes changes.

Common Mistakes

• Learners often incorrectly substitute the preposition with 'about' or omit the preposition altogether, saying 'keep you posted about' or 'keep you posted developments'. The correct form is always "keep you posted on."
• While "I will keep you updated" is a valid alternative, it doesn't carry the same idiomatic nuance as "keep you posted."
• Avoid overly formal or technical language when using this phrase, as it is generally considered neutral to slightly informal.

Quick-Reference Summary

Expression	Meaning	Grammatical Pattern	Register
I will keep you posted on any developments	I will regularly update you about the progress or changes in a situation.	Subject + will + keep + object + posted + on + noun phrase	Neutral to slightly informal

FAQs

Can the parts of "I will keep you posted on any developments" be separated?

No, the phrase "keep [someone] posted" functions as a unit and should not be separated. While you can modify the object (e.g., "keep them posted") or the noun phrase following "on" (e.g., "keep you posted on the details), the core phrase should remain intact. Separating it (e.g., "I will keep you, and then I'll post you later") changes the meaning entirely.

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How is "I will keep you posted on any developments" different from "I will keep you updated"?

While both phrases convey the idea of providing updates, "keep you posted" is slightly more idiomatic and implies a more casual and regular flow of information. "Keep you updated" is more direct and can be used in more formal contexts, although both are generally acceptable in most situations.

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What is the common mistake learners make with "I will keep you posted on any developments," and how do I correct it?

A common mistake is using the wrong preposition or omitting it altogether. Learners often say "keep you posted about any developments" or "keep you posted developments." The correct form is "keep you posted on any developments." Always remember to use the preposition "on" to correctly convey the intended meaning.