At long last Meaning in English
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈɫæs/, /ˈɫæst
AT-LAWNG-LAST
ˈæt/ /lˈɒŋ/ /lˈɑːst
AT-LONG-LAHST
Definition
Used when something happens after waiting a long time, often with relief or satisfaction.
Usage & Nuances
A formal and somewhat dramatic phrase, usually expressing relief or triumph after a delay. Often used at the start of a sentence. Similar to 'finally', but more emphatic. Not used for routine events.
Spanish: por fin - finalmente - al finPortuguese (BR): finalmente - até que enfim - por fimPortuguese (PT): finalmente - por fim - enfimChinese (Simplified): 终于 - 最终Chinese (Traditional): 終於 - 最終Hindi: आख़िरकार - अंततःArabic: أخيرًا - في نهاية المطافBengali: অবশেষে - দীর্ঘ প্রতীক্ষার পরRussian: наконец-то - в конце концовJapanese: ついに - やっとVietnamese: cuối cùng - rốt cuộcKorean: 마침내 - 드디어Turkish: nihayet - sonundaUrdu: بالآخر - آخرکارIndonesian: akhirnya - pada akhirnya
Example Sentences
At long last, the bus arrived.
basic
At long last, the rain stopped.
basic
At long last, we finished the project.
basic
At long last, I can relax after a busy week.
natural
At long last, their hard work paid off and they won the competition.
natural
At long last, after years abroad, she returned home.
natural