En definitiva
Example: En definitiva, vamos a la playa mañana si hace sol.
Definition
"En definitiva" is a Spanish expression used to summarize or conclude a statement, emphasizing the final decision or outcome. It means 'ultimately' or 'in conclusion,' often signaling a summary or a decisive point, as in 'En definitiva, vamos a la playa mañana si hace sol.'
Etymology
The phrase "en definitiva" comes from the Spanish preposition 'en' meaning 'in' and the adjective 'definitiva,' derived from Latin 'definitivus,' meaning 'definitive' or 'final.' Did you know? The term "definitiva" has been used since medieval times to indicate something conclusive or final, which perfectly fits the phrase's use today.
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"En definitiva" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B1) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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