English–German

“finally” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɛntlɪç/

Example

Er hat endlich das Problem gelöst.

He finally solved the problem.

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How to say “finally” in German

“Finally” in German is endlich.

An awaited goal arrives at the end of a stretch of waiting.

Full entry for endlich: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with endlich

Der Brief ist endlich angekommen.

The letter finally arrived.

Tips for using endlich

  • Endlich differs from letztendlich, which usually means 'ultimately' or 'in the final analysis' rather than expressing relief at a delayed arrival.

Other German words for “finally”

Wir haben schließlich eine Entscheidung getroffen.

We finally made a decision.

Abschließend danke ich allen Teilnehmern.

Finally, I thank all the participants.

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