World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesendlich
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈɛntlɪç
"Wir haben endlich eine Lösung gefunden."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
After a long time, typically after a lot of difficulty, delay, or effort.
"After waiting for hours in the rain, we finally got tickets to the concert." - 2
Used to introduce the last point or item in a series of arguments or remarks.
"Finally, I would like to thank everyone who helped make this project a success."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'final', originating from Middle English via Old French, ultimately stemming from the Latin 'finalis', meaning relating to an end or boundary. The adverbial suffix '-ly' was added in Middle English to form the standard temporal and conclusive marker.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Finally"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Finally" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
enfin
Transliteration: ɑ̃.fɛ̃
"Nous avons enfin trouvé une solution."
endlich
Transliteration: ˈɛntlɪç
"Wir haben endlich eine Lösung gefunden."
finalmente
Transliteration: fiˈnalmente
"Finalmente abbiamo trovato una soluzione."
por fin
Transliteration: por fin
"Por fin hemos encontrado una solución."
finalmente
Transliteration: fi.nawˈmẽ.tʃi
"Finalmente encontramos uma solução."
अंततः
Transliteration: antatah
"अंततः हमें एक समाधान मिल गया।"
终于
Transliteration: zhōngyú
"我们终于找到解决方案了。"
마침내
Transliteration: machimnae
"우리는 마침내 해결책을 찾았습니다."
ついに
Transliteration: tsuini
"私たちはついに解決策を見つけました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsA secondary residence owned or rented by a family or individual, used primarily for recreational purposes, holidays, or seasonal getaways.
Not producing or containing venom; incapable of injecting poison through a bite, sting, or other mechanism.
Placing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Finally"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.