Translation guide
Used to introduce a final conclusion or the most important point after considering everything.
To state the ultimate result or most important fact after all factors have been considered.
Commonly used to mean 'after all' or 'in the end', often with a nuance of inevitability or resignation.
結局、彼が正しかった。
When all is said and done, he was right.
色々試したが、結局元の方法が一番良かった。
We tried many things, but when all is said and done, the original method was the best.
Literally 'ultimately', used to emphasize the final outcome after a process.
最終的には、努力が報われる。
When all is said and done, hard work pays off.
Means 'in short' or 'the point is', used to summarize the essence.
A slightly formal or literary expression meaning 'in short' or 'the bottom line is'.
つまるところ、問題は資金不足だ。
When all is said and done, the problem is lack of funds.
要するに、彼は辞めたいということだ。
When all is said and done, he wants to quit.