Phrasal Verb: End up
English Meaning: Finally reach a state/place; conclude; do something eventually
Hindi Meaning: अंत में होना
The phrasal verb “end up” refers to reaching a final state or place, often unexpectedly or after a process. It can also mean to conclude or do something eventually, typically after going through a series of events or actions.
What Does “End Up” Mean?
“End up” means:
- To finally reach a particular place or state
→ अंत में किसी स्थान या स्थिति पर पहुंचना - To conclude after a long or unexpected process
→ किसी चीज़ का अंत होना, खास तौर पर लंबे या अप्रत्याशित रास्ते के बाद - To do something eventually
→ अंत में कुछ करना
In Hindi:
- अंत में होना
- किसी जगह या स्थिति में पहुंचना
- अंततः कुछ करना
How to Use “End Up” in Sentences
Example 1: We ended up at a small café after walking around the city.
Hindi: हम शहर में घूमने के बाद अंत में एक छोटे कैफे में पहुंच गए।
Example 2: He ended up being the team leader.
Hindi: वह अंत में टीम का लीडर बन गया।
Example 3: After hours of debate, the meeting ended up being canceled.
Hindi: घंटों की बहस के बाद बैठक अंत में रद्द कर दी गई।
Example 4: I thought I would fail, but I ended up passing with great marks.
Hindi: मुझे लगा था कि मैं असफल हो जाऊंगा, लेकिन अंत में मैं अच्छे अंक के साथ पास हो गया।
Example 5: We may end up in the wrong place if we don’t follow the map.
Hindi: अगर हम नक्शे का पालन नहीं करते, तो हम अंत में गलत जगह पर पहुंच सकते हैं।
Common Mistakes When Using “End Up”
❌ Incorrect: She end up working in a hospital.
✅ Correct: She ended up working in a hospital.
(“End up” is usually in the past tense)
❌ Incorrect: He end up to be happy.
✅ Correct: He ended up being happy.
(Use “being” after “end up” when talking about a state or condition)
Questions for Test
- What does “end up” mean when used in the context of travel?
- Translate: “We ended up buying a new car.”
- How does “end up” indicate an unexpected result?
- Can “end up” be used to talk about a positive outcome?
- Use “end up” in a sentence about a long decision-making process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can “end up” be used for both positive and negative outcomes?
Yes, “end up” can describe both positive and negative outcomes, depending on the context.
Is “end up” used for long-term results?
It can describe both short-term and long-term results, as long as it refers to the final outcome after a series of actions or events.
Can “end up” mean “conclude”?
Yes, “end up” can mean to conclude something, especially after a process or event has unfolded.
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