Meaning and Usage
"终究" is an adverb meaning "in the end" or "ultimately." It emphasizes the final outcome after a process or series of events, often implying inevitability or certainty.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used in both spoken and written Chinese to express that despite various circumstances, the final result is certain. It often appears in reflective or philosophical statements.
Collocations and Patterns
- 终究会 + verb: indicating something will eventually happen.
- 终究还是 + verb: emphasizing that despite other factors, the final decision or outcome remains.
Nuances
Compared to similar words like "最终" (final) or "最后" (last), "终究" carries a stronger sense of inevitability and sometimes a tone of resignation or acceptance.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "终究" with "终于" (finally), which focuses more on the relief or completion of an action rather than the inevitability of an outcome.