結末(けつまつ)

けつまつ
noun
ending; conclusion; outcome
abstract
1. ending; conclusion; outcome; denouement
The final part or outcome of a story, event, or situation. Often implies a resolution or settlement. Composed of 結 (tie, conclude) + 末 (end).
結末(けつまつ)が気(き)になる。
I'm curious about the ending.
この小説(しょうせつ)の結末(けつまつ)には驚(おどろ)いた。
I was surprised by the ending of this novel.
事件(じけん)は思(おも)いがけない結末(けつまつ)を迎(むか)え、関係者(かんけいしゃ)全員(ぜんいん)が驚(おどろ)いた。
The case reached an unexpected conclusion, surprising everyone involved.

Usage

結末(けつまつ) refers to the conclusion or final outcome of events, stories, or situations. It is commonly used when discussing narratives (novels, movies, dramas) as well as real-life events.

Common collocations

Similar words

結果(けっか) means result or outcome and is more general. 結末(けつまつ) specifically implies the final resolution of a sequence of events. 終結(しゅうけつ) means conclusion or termination and is more formal.

Related Words

Related: 末路(まつろ) (end, fate, downfall)
Compare: 幕切(まくぎ)れ (end of an act)
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