Explanation at your level:
You use conclude to say you are finished. If you finish your homework, you conclude your work. It is a very formal way to say 'finish' or 'end'.
When you read a story, the end is the conclusion. To conclude means to reach that end. You can conclude a meeting or a speech by saying 'Thank you'.
In B1, you learn that conclude is not just about time. It is about logic. You look at facts and conclude what is happening. For example, 'I concluded that the store was closed because the lights were off.'
At this level, you use conclude in academic writing. It is perfect for the final paragraph of an essay. You might write, 'In conclusion, we can see that...' to summarize your main points effectively.
Advanced learners use conclude to describe complex logical deductions. It implies a high level of reasoning. You might say, 'The committee concluded that the proposal was insufficient,' which shows a formal, professional judgment.
At the C2 level, you appreciate the etymological roots of conclude. It represents the 'shutting' of a logical loop. It is used in legal, academic, and philosophical discourse to denote the absolute finality of a premise or a contractual obligation.
Palabra en 30 segundos
- Means to end or finish.
- Used for logical reasoning.
- Common in formal writing.
- Verb form is conclude.
When you conclude something, you are essentially putting a bow on it. It is a versatile word used both for ending things and for thinking things through.
Think of it as the final step in a process. Whether you are finishing a long essay, ending a meeting, or deciding that it's going to rain because the sky is dark, you are using this word to describe the finalization of an action or a thought.
The word conclude comes from the Latin concludere, which literally means 'to shut up' or 'to enclose.' It combines com- (together) and claudere (to shut).
Historically, it evolved to mean 'to bring to an end' because you are effectively shutting the door on a topic or a series of events. It entered English in the 14th century, maintaining its roots in logic and finality.
You will see conclude most often in formal writing, such as essays or business reports. It sounds much more professional than just saying 'finish' or 'stop.'
Common phrases include 'conclude a meeting,' 'conclude an agreement,' or 'conclude that.' It is a high-register word that signals to your audience that you are reaching the end of your argument.
While 'conclude' is formal, it appears in many logical contexts. 1. Conclude the business: To wrap up a deal. 2. Draw a conclusion: To make a judgment. 3. Bring to a conclusion: To finish something. 4. Fait accompli: An accomplished fact (related to finalized events). 5. Wrap up: A casual synonym for conclude.
The word is a regular verb. Its past tense is concluded and its participle is also concluded. It is often followed by a 'that' clause, like 'I concluded that he was right.'
Pronunciation: /kənˈkluːd/. The stress is on the second syllable. It rhymes with 'delude,' 'elude,' and 'exclude.'
Fun Fact
It shares a root with 'closet' and 'close'.
Pronunciation Guide
kuhn-klood
kuhn-klood
Common Errors
- stressing the first syllable
- pronouncing the 'u' like 'uh'
- dropping the 'd' at the end
Rhymes With
Difficulty Rating
moderate
academic
formal
clear
What to Learn Next
Prerequisites
Learn Next
Avanzado
Grammar to Know
Verb Tenses
concluded
Examples by Level
I will conclude my work now.
finish
verb usage
The class will conclude at noon.
end
time
We conclude the meeting.
finish
formal
He concludes his story.
ends
present tense
They conclude the game.
stop
verb
Did you conclude it?
finish
question
Please conclude now.
stop
imperative
I must conclude this.
finish
modal verb
The concert concluded with a song.
We conclude our study today.
She concluded the deal quickly.
They concluded that it was time to go.
The project concluded last week.
I conclude that you are tired.
The show concludes at eight.
He concluded his speech well.
The investigation concluded yesterday.
We can conclude that the plan failed.
The report concludes with a summary.
He concluded his remarks with a smile.
The trial concluded after three days.
They concluded a trade agreement.
I conclude that this is the best way.
The meeting concluded on a high note.
The evidence led me to conclude that he was innocent.
The summit concluded with a joint declaration.
She concluded her presentation with a strong argument.
It is difficult to conclude what happened.
The negotiations concluded in a stalemate.
We must conclude the matter immediately.
The author concludes that change is necessary.
They concluded their tour in London.
The jury concluded that the defendant was guilty.
The study concludes that exercise improves health.
He concluded his essay with a thought-provoking question.
The board concluded that the merger was viable.
We can safely conclude that the theory is flawed.
The lecture concluded with a lively Q&A session.
They concluded the contract on favorable terms.
The research concludes that sleep is vital.
The philosopher concluded that existence precedes essence.
The treaty was concluded after years of diplomatic effort.
The symphony concludes with a dramatic crescendo.
He concluded his life's work with this final book.
The investigation concluded that negligence was the cause.
They concluded the alliance with a handshake.
The debate concluded with a clear consensus.
We concluded our journey at the mountain peak.
Colocaciones comunes
Idioms & Expressions
"draw a conclusion"
to make a judgment
I drew the conclusion that he was lying.
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Easily Confused
similar sound
include means to add, conclude means to end
Include everyone; conclude the meeting.
Sentence Patterns
Subject + conclude + that + clause
I concluded that he was right.
Familia de palabras
Nouns
Verbs
Adjectives
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How to Use It
7
Formality Scale
Errores comunes
Conclude is not followed by an infinitive.
Tips
Memory Palace
Imagine a door closing labeled 'Conclusion'.
Academic Writing
Always use it in your final paragraph.
Formal Tone
Use it to sound professional.
Verb Pattern
Conclude + that clause.
Stress
Stress the second syllable.
Don't use 'to' + verb
Use 'that' instead.
Latin Roots
It means to shut.
Flashcards
Pair with 'conclusion'.
Legal Contexts
Used for contracts.
Rhymes
Rhymes with include.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Con- (together) + Clude (close). Shutting everything together at the end.
Visual Association
A book closing shut.
Word Web
Desafío
Write one sentence about your day using 'conclude'.
Origen de la palabra
Latin
Original meaning: to shut up
Contexto cultural
None
Used heavily in legal and academic settings.
Practice in Real Life
Real-World Contexts
Academic
- The study concludes that
- In conclusion
- The evidence suggests
Conversation Starters
"How do you conclude your day?"
"What can we conclude about this topic?"
"Did the meeting conclude on time?"
"How should one conclude a formal letter?"
"What did you conclude from the book?"
Journal Prompts
Write about a time you concluded a difficult task.
What is a conclusion you reached recently?
How do you prefer to conclude your day?
Why is it important to conclude things properly?
Preguntas frecuentes
8 preguntasYes, but it is more formal.
Ponte a prueba
I will ___ my book tonight.
Conclude means finish.
What does conclude mean?
Conclude means to end.
You can conclude a meeting.
It is a common collocation.
Word
Significado
Synonyms.
Subject-Verb-Object.
The evidence ___ that he was innocent.
Logical deduction.
Which is a synonym for conclude?
Infer is a logical synonym.
Conclude is a noun.
It is a verb.
Word
Significado
Adjective form.
Formal structure.
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Summary
Conclude means to bring something to a final end or to reach a judgment.
- Means to end or finish.
- Used for logical reasoning.
- Common in formal writing.
- Verb form is conclude.
Memory Palace
Imagine a door closing labeled 'Conclusion'.
Academic Writing
Always use it in your final paragraph.
Formal Tone
Use it to sound professional.
Verb Pattern
Conclude + that clause.
Ejemplo
We decided to conclude our walk when it started raining.
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