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How to say “finally” in Chinese with 终于 (zhōngyú)

Subj. + 终于 (zhōngyú) + Verb + 了 (le)

Expressing "finally" with "终于 (zhōngyú)"

HSK 3Adverbs

Rule structure

终于 (zhōngyú) + Verb/Result + 了 (le) expresses that something has finally happened after a long wait or effort, conveying relief or achievement.

Examples

任务终于完成了。

Rènwù zhōngyú wánchéng le.

The task is finally finished.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you express “Expressing "finally" with "终于 (zhōngyú)"” in Chinese?

Use the structure: Subj. + 终于 (zhōngyú) + Verb + 了 (le). For example: 任务终于完成了。 — “The task is finally finished.”.

What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?

任务终于完成了。 — “The task is finally finished.”.

Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?

This grammar rule is part of HSK 3.

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