Noun
/ˈfaɪ.nəl/
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.
Экзамен по окончании курса запланирован на следующую неделю.
She achieved a final score of 95 in the game.
Она достигла итогового результата 95 в игре.
The final decision will be announced tomorrow.
The word "final" is often involved in idiomatic expressions, enhancing the meaning or context of phrases it appears in.
Финальный отсчет до концерта вызывает у всех волнение.
Final straw - this refers to the last in a series of events that causes a person to lose patience or tolerance.
Забыть о моем дне рождения стало последней каплей для нашей дружбы.
To have the final say - to have the authority to make a final decision.
Менеджер имеет последнее слово в вопросе найма новых сотрудников.
Final destination - refers to the last stop in a journey, either literally or metaphorically.
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.