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English - Hungarian
End
ɛnd
Extremely common
600 - 700
600 - 700
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
vég, cél, határ, záró, végső
End meanings in Hungarian
vég
Example:
The end of the road is just ahead.
Az út vége éppen előttünk van.
She reached the end of her journey.
Elérte az utazása végét.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both everyday and formal contexts to denote the termination of a physical space or an activity.
Note: This meaning is often used to refer to physical locations or the conclusion of events.
cél
Example:
The end justifies the means.
A cél szentesíti az eszközt.
They worked hard to achieve their end.
Sokat dolgoztak, hogy elérjék a céljukat.
Usage: formalContext: Used in discussions of philosophy or ethics to denote an intended outcome or goal.
Note: This meaning emphasizes intention and purpose rather than a physical endpoint.
határ
Example:
There is a limit to how much we can tolerate, and this is the end.
Van egy határ, mennyit el tudunk viselni, és ez a vég.
You've reached the end of your patience.
Elérted a türelmed határát.
Usage: informalContext: Used in everyday conversation to denote limits in behavior or tolerance.
Note: This usage often conveys a sense of frustration or finality.
záró
Example:
He gave a closing speech at the end of the event.
Záróbeszédet mondott az esemény végén.
The end of the movie left everyone in tears.
A film vége mindenkit könnyekben hagyott.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a conclusion or final part of an event, text, or performance.
Note: This meaning highlights the final segment of a narrative or presentation.
végső
Example:
This is the end decision; there is no turning back.
Ez a végső döntés, nincs visszaút.
They came to a final end regarding the negotiations.
Végső végére jutottak a tárgyalásoknak.
Usage: formalContext: Used in legal or formal discussions to indicate a definitive conclusion.
Note: This meaning underscores the irrevocability of a decision or situation.
End's synonyms
finish
To complete or bring to an end.
Example: I need to finish this report by the end of the day.
Note: Finish implies completing a task or activity, whereas end is more general and can refer to the conclusion of various things.
conclude
To bring something to an end or closure.
Example: Let's conclude the meeting with some final remarks.
Note: Conclude often implies a formal or deliberate ending, while end can be used in a broader sense.
terminate
To bring something to an end or put an end to something.
Example: The contract will terminate at the end of the month.
Note: Terminate is more formal and often implies a deliberate ending, usually with a specific time frame, compared to the general term end.
cease
To stop or come to an end.
Example: The rain will cease by the end of the week.
Note: Cease emphasizes the stopping or halting of something, often used in the context of actions or processes.
finish up
To complete the final parts of something.
Example: Let's finish up this project before the deadline.
Note: Finish up is a more informal way of saying to finish or complete something, often used in spoken language.
End expressions, common phrases
End up
To eventually be in a particular place or situation, especially unexpectedly.
Example: I thought I was taking the right bus, but I ended up in the wrong part of town.
Note: The phrase 'end up' emphasizes the result or outcome of a situation rather than just the simple act of ending.
At the end of the day
Ultimately; when everything is taken into consideration.
Example: We had our differences, but at the end of the day, we're still family.
Note: This phrase is used to emphasize what is most important or true in a situation after considering everything.
End in itself
Something that is pursued for its own sake, rather than as a means to an end.
Example: For him, success was not an end in itself but a means to help others.
Note: Unlike 'end' which signifies the conclusion or final part of something, 'end in itself' refers to something being valuable or important in its own right.
To no end
To a great extent; endlessly.
Example: She worried about her son's safety to no end when he was traveling.
Note: This phrase conveys the idea of something happening in a continuous or unlimited way, without any conclusion or resolution.
The end justifies the means
The desired result of an action justifies the use of any means to achieve it, even if they are unethical.
Example: He believed that lying was acceptable if it helped achieve a greater good, as the end justifies the means.
Note: This phrase suggests that the outcome or result of an action is more important than the methods used to achieve it, even if those methods are questionable.
To make ends meet
To have enough money to cover one's expenses; to manage financially.
Example: After losing his job, he took on a second job to make ends meet.
Note: While 'end' refers to a conclusion or final part, 'make ends meet' is about ensuring financial stability or having enough income to cover expenses.
To end on a high note
To finish something in a very positive or successful way.
Example: The concert ended on a high note with the crowd cheering for an encore.
Note: This phrase indicates concluding something with a positive or successful outcome, emphasizing the high point or peak of the ending.
To bring something to an end
To cause something to finish or conclude.
Example: After months of negotiations, they finally brought the dispute to an end.
Note: This phrase specifically highlights the action of causing something to conclude or come to an end, rather than just referring to the end itself.
End everyday (slang) expressions
Endgame
Endgame refers to the final stage or outcome of a situation, plan, or activity.
Example: I'm strategizing for the endgame of this project.
Note: While 'end' generally signifies the conclusion of something, 'endgame' specifically refers to the final phase or ultimate goal.
Final stretch
Final stretch means the last part or phase of a process or task.
Example: We're in the final stretch of exam preparation.
Note: It emphasizes the notion of reaching the end of a period or endeavor with remaining effort.
Wrap-up
To wrap-up is to bring to a conclusion or summarize something.
Example: Let's have a quick wrap-up of today's discussion.
Note: It is a more informal and concise way of referring to the conclusion or summary of an activity or event.
Tail end
Tail end means the final or farthest part of something.
Example: We arrived at the tail end of the party, but we still had a great time.
Note: It indicates the last portion or the furthest point of an event, place, or time.
Endorsement
An endorsement is a public statement of support or approval for something.
Example: The company's endorsement of the new product boosted its sales.
Note: While 'end' refers to the conclusion, 'endorsement' specifically involves backing or recommending a person, product, or idea.
Wind down
To wind down means to relax or decrease in intensity at the end of a period.
Example: I like to wind down at the end of the day by reading a book.
Note: It suggests gradually reducing activity or stress towards the conclusion of a day or task.
End product
End product refers to the final result or outcome of a process.
Example: The end product of our collaboration exceeded our expectations.
Note: While 'end' can signify the conclusion, 'end product' specifically denotes the finished or complete output of work.
End - Examples
The movie has come to an end.
A film véget ért.
I can see the end of the road.
Látom az út végét.
Let's hurry and finish before the end of the day.
Siessünk és fejezzük be a nap végéig.
End grammar
End - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: end
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): ends
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): end
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): ended
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): ending
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): ends
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): end
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): end
Syllables, Separation and Stress
end Contains 1 syllables: end
Phonetic transcription: ˈend
end , ˈend (The red syllable is stressed)
End - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
end: 600 - 700 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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