Word
in conclusion
Definition
prepositional phrase. you use this at the end of a speech or a piece of writing to signal that you are finishing. It helps you summarize your main points or give a final opinion.
prepositional phrase. a transitional phrase used to signal the final section of a discourse or text. It functions as a discourse marker to introduce a summary, a final judgment, or a closing statement.
Examples
“In conclusion, I believe we should support this new plan.”
“In conclusion, the data suggests that while the initial costs are high, the long-term benefits are significant.”
“In conclusion, the evidence presented throughout this study confirms that urban green spaces are vital for public mental health.”
Examples
simple
“In conclusion, I believe we should support this new plan.”
contextual
“In conclusion, the data suggests that while the initial costs are high, the long-term benefits are significant.”
complex
“In conclusion, the evidence presented throughout this study confirms that urban green spaces are vital for public mental health.”
Usage
usually placed at the beginning of the final paragraph or sentence, followed by a comma.
Teaching tip
encourage students to use this in formal essays or presentations; contrast with 'to sum up' for informal contexts and 'finally' for simple lists.
Pitfall
In the conclusion, I will say...
In conclusion, I will say...
the fixed phrase used as a discourse marker does not take the definite article 'the'; 'in the conclusion' refers to a physical location within a document.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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