Al capdavall
Example: Al capdavall, la decisió va ser a favor del projecte comunitari.
Definition
"Al capdavall" is a Catalan expression meaning 'in the end' or 'after all,' used to indicate the final outcome or conclusion of a situation, often summarizing the ultimate result or decision after considering all factors.
Etymology
The expression "Al capdavall" comes from Catalan, where 'cap' means 'head' and 'davall' means 'down' or 'below.' Together, they figuratively suggest looking at the bottom or the final point of something. Did you know this phrase literally evokes the idea of 'at the bottom of the head,' symbolizing the conclusion?
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