Schlussworte

closing remarks, final words

noun SHLOOS-vor-te Rare

Usage Note

Schlussworte (used chiefly in the plural) are the formal concluding remarks in a speech, ceremony, or meeting. The singular Schlusswort can refer to a single closing statement; das Schlusswort haben means to have the last word in a formal setting.

Examples

"Der Bürgermeister sprach einige Schlussworte, bevor die Veranstaltung offiziell endete."

Natural Translation

The mayor said a few closing remarks before the event officially ended.

Literal Translation

The mayor spoke some closing-words before the event officially ended.

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