🇯🇵 How to say

“to finish” in Japanese

終わるおわる
Illustration of "to finish" in a Japanese cultural setting
A tired office worker closes their laptop at the end of the day, stretching as the clock shows 5 PM. Their desk is tidy …

Usage note

終わる is a common verb used for things ending naturally, like workdays or events. It's neutral and can be used in both formal and casual situations.

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