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ultimately
Expresses that something happens or is true in the end, after taking all circumstances into account or after a long process. Synonymous with 'finally' or 'in the end'.
Wir haben viele Optionen diskutiert, aber letztendlich war sein Vorschlag der beste.
We discussed many options, but ultimately his proposal was the best.
The word is made up of 'letzt-' (from 'letzte', meaning last) and '-endlich' (finally). It emphasizes that something is the final, concluding consequence or decision after a long process.
Nach langem Überlegen hat er sich letztendlich für das Studium in Berlin entschieden.
After thinking about it for a long time, he ultimately decided to study in Berlin.
'Letztendlich' (ultimately) can stand in position 1 in the sentence, in which case the verb follows directly after it. But it can also stand in the middle of the sentence to emphasize the result.
Letztendlich zählt nur das Ergebnis.
Ultimately, only the result counts.
This adverb is often used to draw a conclusion that may not have been immediately obvious. It signals the end of a chain of events or thoughts.
Er hat hart trainiert, aber letztendlich hat es nicht für den Sieg gereicht.
He trained hard, but ultimately it wasn't enough for the victory.
finally / finite
Both words can describe a result at the end of a longer process. „Endlich“ focuses on the end of waiting or a delay. „Letztendlich“ emphasizes what is established as the result after all the circumstances or steps have been taken into account. Choose „endlich“ when relief is involved and „letztendlich“ for a final assessment.
Nach langen Gesprächen entschieden wir uns letztendlich für diesen Zug.
After lengthy discussions, we ultimately chose this train.
Nach zwei Stunden Verspätung kam der Zug endlich an.
After being delayed for two hours, the train finally arrived.
