finally

Everyday

1. Finally means at last, after a long time or a lot of waiting. tree →
2. Finally is used to introduce the last point or step in a list or set of instructions. tree →

In the lessons

In school writing it is a time connective that ends a recount or set of instructions: «First..., next..., then..., finally...». In stories it shows relief after waiting. Phrases: «finally, ...», «at last».

Examples

• We finally reached the top of the mountain. tree →
• Finally, put the cake in the oven. tree →
• After three tries, I finally got it right. tree →
• The bus finally arrived. tree →
• Finally, I would like to thank my teacher. tree →
• The rain finally stopped. tree →
• Finally, check your answer by adding. tree →
• Finally she picked up her basket. tree →

Note

Spelled with double «l»: final + ly. Similar to «at last» and «eventually». In instructions, «finally» marks the last step.

In Jewish tradition

In school writing it is a time connective that ends a recount or set of instructions: «First..., next..., then..., finally...». In stories it shows relief after waiting. Phrases: «finally, ...», «at last».

Examples

• Marks, notations and other marginalia present in the original volume will appear in this file - a reminder of this book's long journey from the publisher to a library and finally to you. (Sefer Yetzirah, Westcott 1893) tree →

Note

Spelled with double «l»: final + ly. Similar to «at last» and «eventually». In instructions, «finally» marks the last step.