Words / A2

FYNL/ˈfaɪnl/

Final means last in a series: the final lesson, a final exam, the final stop. Last is a close everyday cousin. Final as a noun can mean the last match or last exam (the finals). Finally is the adverb. Do not use final for “previous” — that is last in some contexts, but previous is clearer for the one before.

Meaning

Last in a series; coming at the end.

Examples

• “This is the final lesson of the week.”
• “The final train leaves at midnight.”
• “Monday is our final day of term.”

Good to know

the final exam / stop / lesson. Adverb: finally. Noun: the finals (sport or exams).

Near in meaning

last

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