Verb (phrasal verb)
/ˈfɪnɪʃ ˈplænɪŋ/
"Finish planning" typically means to complete the process of devising a strategy or outline for a particular task or event. In English, it is often used in both spoken and written contexts, particularly in professional or academic environments where project management or event organization is involved.
The phrase "finish planning" may not be among the most frequently used phrases in English, but it is quite common in contexts discussing project timelines, meetings, and other organizational aspects.
Necesitamos terminar de planear la conferencia para el final de esta semana.
After we finish planning the itinerary, we can start booking the tickets.
Después de que terminemos de planear el itinerario, podemos comenzar a reservar los boletos.
Let’s finish planning the wedding so we can send out the invitations.
While "finish planning" itself may not be idiomatic, the individual components can be found within various idiomatic expressions:
Necesitamos terminar con fuerza en nuestra presentación final la próxima semana.
Plan ahead: To make preparations or decisions before they are needed.
Es esencial planificar con anticipación si quieres evitar el estrés de último minuto.
Plan for the worst: To prepare for the most difficult scenario.
The word "finish" originates from the Middle English "finisshen" and Old French "finir," which means "to complete." The root comes from the Latin "finire," meaning "to end." The word "plan" comes from the Latin "planus," meaning "flat" or "level," which reflects the idea of a layout or design.
Synonyms:
- Complete planning
- Conclude preparation
- Finalize arrangements
Antonyms:
- Begin planning
- Start organizing
- Initiate preparations