lastly

[/ˈlæstli/]
adverb
por último
1. in the final place; at the end; after all other things mentioned
We visited the museum, the park, and lastly, we went to dinner.
Visitamos o museu, o parque e, por último, fomos jantar.
2. used to introduce the final point in a series of arguments or statements
First, the economy is strong. Second, employment is rising. Lastly, inflation is under control.
Primeiro, a economia está forte. Segundo, o emprego está crescendo. Por último, a inflação está sob controle.
In English, 'lastly' is commonly used in formal writing, academic papers, speeches, and structured presentations to organize thoughts logically. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'por último' serves the same function and is equally formal and widely recognized. In Portugal, 'por fim' is often preferred as a more elegant alternative.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
finallyultimatelyin conclusionat lastlast but not least
Antonyms / Antônimos
firstlyinitiallyat firstprimarily

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
por último
most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
por último
standard usage, no significant regional variation
São Paulo
por último
standard usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
por fim
alternative more commonly used in European Portuguese; 'por último' also acceptable

Related Words

firstsecondfinallyultimatelylastending

Related Idioms & Phrases

last but not least
in conclusion
to conclude
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