conclusión
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📝 In Action
Después de horas de debate, la conclusión fue que debíamos empezar de nuevo.
B1After hours of debate, the conclusion was that we should start over.
En conclusión, el proyecto fue un éxito total.
A2In conclusion, the project was a total success.
Aún no hemos llegado a una conclusión firme sobre el caso.
B2We still haven't reached a firm conclusion about the case.
💡 Grammar Points
A Feminine Noun
This word is always feminine, so you must use 'la' or 'una' before it: 'la conclusión.' This is true for almost all Spanish nouns that end in -ción.
Common Verb Partner
To talk about figuring something out, Spanish speakers often use the verb 'llegar' (to arrive/reach): 'Llegué a la conclusión' (I reached the conclusion).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Incorrect Gender
Mistake: "El conclusión"
Correction: La conclusión. Remember, if a noun ends in -ción, it is a very strong clue that it is feminine!
⭐ Usage Tips
Formal Writing
Use the set phrase 'En conclusión' at the start of the final paragraph of an essay or presentation to signal clearly that you are summarizing your main points.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: conclusión
Question 1 of 2
Which phrase correctly expresses the action of figuring out the final answer?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use 'conclusión' to start the final part of a speech?
Use the set phrase 'En conclusión' (In conclusion). It acts like a signpost telling your audience you are summarizing your arguments now.
Is 'conclusión' a formal word?
While it's used every day, it is definitely more common in formal contexts like academic papers, business reports, or formal debates. In casual conversation, you might use 'final' or 'resultado' instead.