Meaning
Referring to the conclusion of a process or event.
Cultural Background
In Spain, 'al final' is often used in casual conversation to start a sentence when summarizing a story. Mexicans often use 'al final' in the same way, but sometimes add 'de cuentas' for emphasis. Argentines use 'al final' frequently, and sometimes use 'al último' in very colloquial speech. In Colombia, it is a very neutral and standard way to conclude a thought.
Placement
You can put 'al final' at the beginning or end of a sentence for different emphasis.
Don't forget 'de'
If you follow it with a noun, you must use 'de'.
Meaning
Referring to the conclusion of a process or event.
Placement
You can put 'al final' at the beginning or end of a sentence for different emphasis.
Don't forget 'de'
If you follow it with a noun, you must use 'de'.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
______, no pudimos ir al cine.
We are talking about the outcome of a plan.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
You need the preposition 'de' to link 'al final' to the noun.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises______, no pudimos ir al cine.
We are talking about the outcome of a plan.
Which sentence is correct?
You need the preposition 'de' to link 'al final' to the noun.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsIt is neutral and works in all contexts.
No, use 'por último' for lists.
Related Phrases
Por último
similarLastly
A la larga
similarIn the long run
Al principio
contrastAt the beginning
Al final de cuentas
builds onAt the end of the day
