Japanese

ようやく

ようやく
Meaning: finally; at last; gradually
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Example sentences

彼は長い努力の末、ようやく成功を手にした。
After long effort, he finally achieved success.
ずっと欲しかった限定版のゲームをようやく手に入れた。
I finally got my hands on the limited edition game I've always wanted.
冬が終わり、街にようやく春が訪れた。
Winter ended, and spring finally visited the town.
彼はしばらくして、ようやく我に返った。
After a while, he finally came to his senses.
彼はようやく追っ手から逃れることができた。
He was finally able to escape from his pursuers.

Usage Notes

Used when something desired or expected finally happens after a long time or effort.

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