Japanese

ついに

ついに
Meaning: finally; at last; in the end
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

After many years of research, the new medicine was finally completed.
彼はついに大学での学業を終えた
He finally finished his studies at university.
ついに真実が明らかになった。
The truth finally became clear.
彼はついに本音を吐いた。
He finally spoke his true feelings.
彼は長年の努力の末、ついに優勝カップを手にした。
After years of effort, he finally held the championship cup.
長年の研究がついに大きな成果を収めた。
Years of research finally yielded great results.
努力を積み重ねて、ついに長年の夢を叶えた。
Through repeated effort, I finally realized my long-held dream.
彼はついに自分の正体を明かした。
He finally revealed his true identity.
隠していた秘密が、ついに母にばれてしまった。
The secret I was hiding was finally exposed to my mother.
彼は努力の末に、ついに自由を獲得した。
He finally won his freedom after much effort.

Usage Notes

Emphasizes the attainment of a result after a long period of effort or waiting. Often used for positive outcomes, but can also be used for negative ones.

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