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in the end

[ ɪn ði ɛnd ]

Phrase

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conclusion

Used to convey the final part or result of a situation or event.

Synonyms

eventually, finally, ultimately.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
in the end	Use this phrase when summarizing the final outcome after considering all factors, often used in storytelling or concluding a narrative. In the end, they decided to stay at home. In the end, his hard work paid off.
finally	Use this word when something significant has happened after considerable delay or effort, often expressing relief or satisfaction. After months of waiting, I finally got the job. She finally graduated after years of hard work.
ultimately	Use this word to indicate the most important outcome or the most fundamental reason after considering all factors. It often implies a process of reasoning or weighing options. Ultimately, the decision is up to you. Ultimately, they chose the safest option.
eventually	Use this word to indicate that something happened after a delay or after a lot of time or effort. It often implies persistence. She eventually found her keys. After many tries, he eventually solved the puzzle.

Examples of usage

In the end, it all worked out for the best.
They fought until the very end.

Translations

Translations of the word "in the end" in other languages:

🇵🇹 no fim

🇮🇳 अंत में

🇩🇪 am Ende

🇮🇩 pada akhirnya

🇺🇦 в кінці

🇵🇱 na końcu

🇯🇵 最後に (saigo ni)

🇫🇷 à la fin

🇪🇸 al final

🇹🇷 sonunda

🇰🇷 결국

🇸🇦 في النهاية

🇨🇿 nakonec

🇸🇰 na konci

🇨🇳 最后 (zuìhòu)

🇸🇮 na koncu

🇮🇸 að lokum

🇰🇿 соңында

🇬🇪 ბოლოს

🇦🇿 sonda

🇲🇽 al final

Etymology

The phrase 'in the end' originated from Middle English and has been used in the English language for centuries. It signifies the conclusion or final outcome of a situation or event. Over time, it has become a common expression to indicate the final resolution of something.