Finale Meaning
/fɪˈnɑːliDefinition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe grand end of something, especially of a show or piece of music.
nounThe chronological conclusion of a series of narrative works.
Sentence Examples
The finale was so good, that I rewatched it many times.
It was a wonderful finale.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The crowd cheered loudly during the spectacular fireworks ____ at the end of the show.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The grand ____ of the fireworks display was truly spectacular, lighting up the entire night sky.
Word Origin & History
From Italian finale (“ending”), from Late Latin fīnālis, from Latin fīnis (“end; boundary, limit”). Doublet of final.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Andre Santos equalised and the outstanding Theo Walcott put Arsenal ahead for the first time before Juan Mata's spectacular strike set up the finale for an enthralling encounter."
— 2011 October 29, Phil McNulty, “Chelsea 3 - 5 Arsenal”, in BBC Sport:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The crowd cheered loudly during the spectacular fireworks ____ at the end of the show.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The grand ____ of the fireworks display was truly spectacular, lighting up the entire night sky.