English · Common Verbs
finish
/ˈfɪnɪʃ/
[/ˈfɪnɪʃ/]
bring to an end
Beginnerverb
Definition
To complete something or bring an activity to its end.
Example
Let me finish my homework first, and then we can watch a film together tonight.
Let me finish my homework first, and then we can watch a film together tonight.
Etymology
From Old French 'fenir', from Latin 'finire' (to limit, end), from 'finis' (end).
How & Where It’s Used
Everyday verb for completing tasks, meals, and races.