French · Numbers & Time
dernier
last
Beginneradjective
Definition
Coming after all others in time or order.
Example
C'est la derniere fois que je viens ici.
This is the last time I come here.
Etymology
'Dernier' has its origins in the Latin 'dernier', stemming from 'de' (of) and 'ranus' (last), evolving through Old French.
How & Where It’s Used
'Dernier' is frequently found in both formal and informal contexts, in spoken and written form, typically used to denote finality.