letztlich
Translation
ultimately, in the end, finally, eventually
Examples
Letztlich ist es deine Entscheidung.
Ultimately, it's your decision.
Es war schwierig, aber letztlich erfolgreich.
It was difficult, but ultimately successful.
Grammar Patterns
(sentence adverb) ultimately, in the end. Ultimately, only the result counts.
Similar Words
schließlich (finally), am Ende (in the end), schlussendlich (in the very end)
Etymology
Derived from 'letzt' (last) + the suffix '-lich', meaning 'in a last way' or 'finally'.
Memory Tips
Connects to 'letzt' (last). It describes the 'last' or final outcome of a situation.