Epílogo (en. Epilogue)

/epiˈloɣo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Conclusion or final reflection of a work.
The epilogue of the novel offers a glimpse into the future of the characters.
El epílogo de la novela ofrece una visión del futuro de los personajes.
Addition or comment at the end of a text.
The author decided to include an epilogue to clarify some points.
El autor decidió incluir un epílogo para aclarar algunos puntos.

Etymology

From the Greek 'epílogos', meaning 'final words'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

epilogue of a story
The part that closes the main narrative.
epílogo de una historia
to write an epilogue
To end a text with a reflection or conclusion.
escribir un epílogo
to read the epilogue
To consult the final part of a work for more information.
leer el epílogo

Related Words

preface
Introductory text that appears at the beginning of a work.
prefacio
chapter
Division of a literary work, generally longer than a paragraph.
capítulo
annex
Additional part included at the end of a work or document.
anexo

Slang Meanings

Comment or reflection at the end of an event.
At the end of the party, the DJ gave an epilogue about the night.
Al final de la fiesta, el DJ hizo un epílogo sobre la noche.
Closure of a situation or relationship.
That message was his epilogue in our relationship.
Ese mensaje fue su epílogo en nuestra relación.