schließlich
Meaning and Usage
"Schließlich" in German can be translated to "finally" or "after all" in English. It is used to indicate a conclusion, a result, or an outcome after a process or a series of events.
Linguistic Analysis
"Schließlich" is an adverb in German. It is composed of the root "schließ" (from the verb "schließen" meanining "to close") and the suffix "-lich" which forms adverbs from adjectives.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "schließlich" has a similar meaning to the English word "finally" and is used in similar contexts. However, "schließlich" can also be translated to "after all," which may not always correspond with "finally" in English.
Cultural Context
The word "schließlich" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts in German conversation and writing. It is an important word to express the conclusion or the result of something.
Example Sentences
- Ich habe lange auf dich gewartet und bin schließlich gegangen. (I waited for you for a long time and finally left.)
- Sie hat viel gearbeitet und schließlich ihren Traumjob bekommen. (She worked hard and finally got her dream job.)
Memory Tips
Remember that "schließlich" indicates a conclusion or a result, similar to the English word "finally."
Additional Vocabulary
- Endlich (finally)
- Abschließend (conclusively)
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