French Expression · Intermediate
en finir
to put an end to something, usually something unpleasant
Pronunciation: /ɑ̃ fi.niʁ/
Meaning
to put an end to something, usually something unpleasant
Example
Ça a assez duré, finissons-en avec cette histoire.
This business has been going on for too long, let us put this to an end.
Practice tips
- Practice en finir out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this French expression is for intermediate-level learners.