finally
Translation
finally, at last, in the end, lastly
Examples
He finally arrived after a long delay.
He finally arrived after a long delay.
Finally, I'd like to thank my family.
Finally, I'd like to thank my family.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) finally ((...)) after a long time He finally arrived.
Finally, ((...)) used to introduce a final point or item Finally, I'd like to thank my family.
Similar Words
Synonyms: at last, eventually, in the end, lastly
Etymology
From 'final' + '-ly', an adverb-forming suffix. At the final point.
Memory Tips
Use this for something that happens at the 'final' moment after a long time, or as the 'final' point in a list.