final

final is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈfaɪ.nəl/
• SAMPA: /"faI.n@l/
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Adjective

Positive final

Comparative more final

Superlative most final

1. The final thing is the last one.

   Today is the final day to register for university.

Noun

Singular final

Plural finals

1. The final is the last game or contest.

   Last week Brazil beat Germany in the semi-final. Tonight they play Italy in the final.