Finale: meaning, definitions and examples

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finale

 

[ fษชหˆnษ‘หli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music

The last part of a piece of music, a performance, or a public event, especially when it is very dramatic or exciting.

Synonyms

climax, conclusion, culmination

Examples of usage

  • The orchestra saved the best for last, delivering a powerful finale that left the audience in awe.
  • After a series of intense battles, the grand finale of the symphony captivated the listeners with its emotional depth.
Context #2 | Noun

entertainment

The concluding part of a show, competition, or series, often featuring a spectacular or memorable event.

Synonyms

conclusion, ending, wrap up

Examples of usage

  • The fireworks display was the perfect finale to the evening's festivities.
  • The dance competition ended with a stunning finale that had the audience cheering.
Context #3 | Noun

art

The last part of a performance, exhibition, or series of works, intended to leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Synonyms

climax, conclusion, culmination

Examples of usage

  • The artist's finale piece in the gallery was a masterpiece that drew admiration from all who viewed it.
  • The finale of the play brought together all the themes and characters for a powerful conclusion.

Translations

Translations of the word "finale" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น finale

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคคเคฟเคฎ เคšเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Finale

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ finale

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั–ะฝะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ finaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚ฃใƒŠใƒผใƒฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท finale

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ final

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท final

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผ๋‚ ๋ ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู†ู‡ุงูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ finรกle

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ finรกle

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปˆๆ›ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ finale

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lok

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะธะฝะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ final

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ final

Etymology

The word 'finale' originated from the Italian word 'finale', which means 'final'. It was first used in the 18th century to refer to the last part of a musical composition. Over time, 'finale' has come to be used in various contexts beyond music, such as in entertainment and art, to denote the concluding or culminating part of a performance or event. Today, 'finale' continues to evoke the sense of a grand, dramatic conclusion.

See also: finalize, finalizer, finally.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,833, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.