final definition - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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final definition (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈfaɪ.nəl/

Meaning and Usage

The word "final" refers to something that is last in a series, something that concludes or culminates an event, process, or sequence. It can also describe the ultimate decision or outcome that cannot be changed. It is used frequently in various contexts, such as academic (final exams), sports (final scores), and legal (final decisions).

"Final" is a commonly used term, appearing more often in written contexts such as academic papers, reports, and formal communications, but also emerging in spoken communication, particularly in educational and professional settings.

Example Sentences

  1. The final exam is scheduled for next week.
  2. Экзамен по окончании курса запланирован на следующую неделю.

  3. She achieved a final score of 95 in the game.

  4. Она достигла итогового результата 95 в игре.

  5. The final decision will be announced tomorrow.

  6. Окончательное решение будет объявлено завтра.

Idiomatic Expressions

The word "final" is often involved in idiomatic expressions, enhancing the meaning or context of phrases it appears in.

  1. Final countdown - a term often used to describe the time leading up to a significant event.
  2. The final countdown to the concert is making everyone excited.
  3. Финальный отсчет до концерта вызывает у всех волнение.

  4. Final straw - this refers to the last in a series of events that causes a person to lose patience or tolerance.

  5. Forgetting my birthday was the final straw for our friendship.
  6. Забыть о моем дне рождения стало последней каплей для нашей дружбы.

  7. To have the final say - to have the authority to make a final decision.

  8. The manager has the final say on hiring new employees.
  9. Менеджер имеет последнее слово в вопросе найма новых сотрудников.

  10. Final destination - refers to the last stop in a journey, either literally or metaphorically.

  11. Our final destination is Paris, where we will spend a week.
  12. Наша конечная точка назначения - Париж, где мы проведем неделю.

Etymology

The word "final" originates from the Latin word "finalis," which means "of or belonging to an end." The term evolved through Middle English as “fynal,” which also carried the sense of closure or conclusion.

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25-07-2024