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终于
zhōngyú
Description
"终于"用来表示经过很长时间或很多努力，某件事最后发生了。
"终于" is used to indicate that something finally happened after a long time or much effort.
说这个词的时候，人们常常有一种高兴或放心的感觉。
When people say this word, they often feel happy or relieved.
Meanings
终于zhōngyú
finally; at last (after waiting or effort)
我等了很久，他终于来了。
I waited a long time, and he finally came.
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Notes
- Etymology
终 means "end/finally" and 于 is a classical particle marking point or time.
- Nuance
终于 highlights relief after a long wait; 最后 just marks the last item in sequence.
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