Introduction
We know what the ‘end of a story’ is, but do you know how to use the expression ‘end of story’? There are a few phrases with ‘end’ in English. Learn four of them here with Georgie.
Phrases with ‘end’
be at your wit’s end
feel frustrated or worried because you’ve tried really hard to fix a problem, but you can’t
- She’s been struggling to write that essay all day – I think she‘s now at her wit’s end.
a means to an end
something you don’t really enjoy, but you have to do to achieve something else
- I don’t like the idea of a long-haul flight, but it’s a means to an end to reach my destination.
end of story
say this when there is nothing more to be said about something
- I know you don’t like cleaning the bathroom, but it’s your turn and you’ve got to do it – end of story!
at the end of the day
say this when all things have been considered and you want to say the main point.
- We always study our hardest, but at the end of the day, it depends what’s in the exam.
TRANSCRIPT
Note: This is not a word-for-word transcript.
Georgie
If you‘re at your wit’s end with English phrases, watch this video! Here are four phrases with ‘end’.
To be at your wit’s end means you’ve tried really hard to fix a problem, but you can’t, and now you feel frustrated or worried.
Will you help me fix my computer? I’ve tried everything and now I‘m at my wit’s end.
A means to an end is something you have to do to achieve something else.
I don’t really like my job, but it means I can save up for my travels so it’s just a means to an end really.
Say ‘end of story‘ when you think there is nothing else to be said about something.
Right, kids. It’s very late and it’s time for bed – end of story!
And lastly, say ‘at the end of the day‘ when all things have been considered and you want to say the main point.
I always listen to my parents’ advice, but at the end of the day, it’s still my decision.
Now you just need to learn these phrases – end of story!