Arabic · Common Verbs
انتهى
intaha
To end
Beginnerverb
Definition
To finish or come to a close.
Example
انتهى الاجتماع قبل الظهر.
The meeting ended before noon.
Etymology
'انتهى' (intaha) is derived from the root 'انتهاء' (intihāʾ), which points to the concept of completion or ending. It has maintained its meaning across different Arabic dialects.
How & Where It’s Used
'انتهى' is used in both formal writing and informal conversations, recognized widely in cultural and social contexts throughout Arabic-speaking countries.