No. 549 in Lithuanian
galo
The Lithuanian word "galo" means "end" or "finish" in English.
In a sentence
Laukiu šitos knygos galo.
I am waiting for the end of this book.
Here, 'galo' is used to denote 'the end', referring to the final part of the book.
Nepavyksta užmegzti pokalbio iki galo.
I cannot manage to conclude the conversation.
In this context, 'galo' indicates 'completion' or 'conclusion' of an action.
Jo kantrybė pasiekė kraštutinumo galo.
His patience reached its ultimate limit.
Here, 'galo' implies 'limit' or 'extreme end' of patience.
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