Example: En última instancia, tú decides qué hacer con el proyecto.
Definition
"En última instancia" is a Spanish expression meaning ultimately or in the final analysis, indicating the most important point or final decision after considering all factors. It is used to emphasize that the final responsibility or outcome rests with someone or something.
The expression "en última instancia" comes from Spanish, where "última" means last or final, and "instancia" refers to an instance or stage. Together, it literally means 'in the last instance,' highlighting the final step or decision. Did you know this phrase is often used in legal and everyday contexts to stress the final authority?
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"En última instancia" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (B2) - parte 1", containing 105 commonly used expressions.
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