Word
lastly
Phoneticslast·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɫæstɫi/
UK/lˈɑːstli/
Sentence adverb
Definitions
01final item in a list
B1 · Intermediate
adv. used to introduce the last thing in a list of points or facts.
adv. used to introduce the final element in a series of items, arguments, or propositions.
“We need bread, milk, eggs, and lastly, some butter.”
“The report examines the economic causes, the social consequences, and lastly, the potential long-term solutions to the housing crisis.”
Usage
Typically placed at the beginning of the final clause or sentence in a sequence.
Pitfall
At last, I want to thank my parents.
Lastly, I want to thank my parents.
Use 'lastly' to introduce the final point in a list. 'At last' means 'finally' after a long wait or delay.
Synonyms
02concluding a speech
B2 · Upper Intermediate Formal
adv. used to show that you are about to finish speaking or writing.
adv. serves as a discourse marker to signal that the speaker or writer is reaching the end of their presentation.
“Lastly, I would like to thank everyone for coming today.”
“Lastly, it is important to reiterate that these findings are preliminary and require further validation through peer-reviewed studies.”
Usage
Commonly used in formal presentations, academic writing, and public speaking.
Synonyms
Confusables
At last signals relief after a long wait, while lastly marks the final item in a list.
RememberAt last = Finally! Lastly = Item #3.
Etymology
From last + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- 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
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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