endgültig
final · definitive
Etwas ist so, dass es nicht mehr verändert oder rückgängig gemacht werden kann.
The German word "endgültig" is an adjective meaning "final", "definitive", or "conclusive". It is made of two parts:
- End – meaning "end"
- gültig – meaning "valid"
So, "endgültig" literally means "valid as an end" or "valid in conclusion".
Similar words include:
- definitiv (definitive)
- abschließend (concluding)
- letztlich (ultimately)
Difference:
- endgültig emphasizes a binding finality after which no changes are expected.
- definitiv is similar but can be used more flexibly for clarity or assurance.
- abschließend focuses more on something being the last step.
- letztlich has a more temporal or causal nuance, meaning "in the end" or "finally".
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Examples
Dies ist die endgültige Entscheidung.adjective
This is the final decision.
Sein Urteil war endgültig.adjective
His judgment was final.
Unser Plan steht endgültig fest.adverb
Our plan is final.
Die Entscheidung bleibt endgültig.adjective
The decision remains final.
Das Urteil bleibt endgültig.adjective
The verdict remains final.
Das Ergebnis ist noch nicht endgültig verkündet worden.adverb
The result has not yet been announced definitively.
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