mei5 sing1尾聲尾声
Jyutpingmei5 sing1
Yaleméih sīng
Definition
Coda or end; the concluding part of a piece of music, performance, or event.
- technicalcoda; the end of a piece of music
- end; epilogue; close; the final stage of an event
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How it's used
Focuses on the final phase or concluding part of an event rather than just the absolute finish. It is often used to describe the last few minutes of a concert, a long meeting, or a theatrical performance. While it originates from musical terminology, it is now commonly applied to any process that is winding down.
Examples
This performance has already reached its end.
What do you think of the ending of this movie?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the end of a physical object or a simple task, as it implies a structured or performative process. For a simple finish, use 完結 or 結束 instead.
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Grammar guides
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