À la fin vs Au fin vs Finalement

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À la fin vs Au fin vs Finalement

What are the differences between translating "the end" by "à la fin" or "au fin" or "finalement"?

Asked 4 years ago
CécileNative French expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

Hi Drew, 

À la fin, means at the end of something 

It is followed by a noun as in the exercise -

à la fin du dîner at the end of the dinner

À la fin de cette période nous trouverons une solution = We'll find a solution at the end of this period

Finalement = Finally 

Il nous a finalement dit la vérité He has finally told us the truth

not to be confused with'

Enfin at last 

Il nous a dit enfin la vérité He has told us the truth at last 

Au fin doesn't exist maybe you were thinking of 'enfin'?

Hope this helps!

À la fin vs Au fin vs Finalement

What are the differences between translating "the end" by "à la fin" or "au fin" or "finalement"?

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