What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
terminus
Example
The terminus for this bus route is at the train station. [terminus: noun]
Example
We reached the terminus of our hike at the top of the mountain. [terminus: noun]
Example
The project has reached its terminus and is now complete. [terminus: noun]
end
Example
The end of the movie was unexpected. [end: noun]
Example
We are nearing the end of the semester. [end: noun]
Example
I always save the best bite for the end of my meal. [end: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
End is more commonly used than terminus in everyday language due to its versatility and broad range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between terminus and end?
Terminus is more formal than end, which is more commonly used in informal and everyday language contexts.
