Finalmente
Example: Finalmente consegui terminar o projeto que estava atrasado.
Definition
"Finalmente" is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened at last or after a long wait, emphasizing the conclusion or end of a process, such as in the phrase 'Finalmente consegui terminar o projeto que estava atrasado,' meaning 'I finally managed to finish the project that was delayed.'
Etymology
The word "finalmente" comes from the Latin word 'finalis,' meaning 'final' or 'end,' combined with the adverbial suffix '-mente,' which is used in Portuguese to form adverbs. Did you know? The suffix '-mente' is equivalent to the English '-ly,' so "finalmente" literally means 'in a final manner' or 'at the end.'
Learn to use this word actively
"Finalmente" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 105 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select Portuguese as the language you want to learn.
Create a free account
