German word

Schlussphase

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃlʊsˌfaːzə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounfinal stage

Example

In der Schlussphase des Films wird alles klar.

Everything becomes clear in the final stage of the film.

Illustration for Schlussphase (final stage)

More examples

In der Schlussphase eines Projekts müssen oft letzte Tests durchgeführt werden.

In the final stage of a project, final tests often need to be carried out.

Core concept

The last stretch of a process, when its outcome comes into focus and the remaining steps lead to closure.

Common phrases

  • in der Schlussphase eines Projekts

    in the final stage of a project

  • die Schlussphase erreichen

    reach the final stage

Similar words

Ende: The point or moment when something ends.
Schluss: The concluding part that brings something to an end or states its conclusion.

Definition in German

Ein Abschnitt am Ende eines Ablaufs oder Geschehens, in dem die Situation geklärt oder abgeschlossen wird.

Word origin

Schlussphase combines German Schluss, meaning ending or conclusion, with the borrowed noun Phase, meaning phase or stage.

Usage tips

  • Schlussphase is feminine, so the common phrase is in der Schlussphase, with dative der after in for a fixed situation.

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