Translation guide
The English phrase "final spurt" refers to a last burst of effort or speed, especially at the end of a race, competition, or intense activity. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through specific terms and phrases that convey a final push or sprint.
final spurt (in sports)
final push (effort)
Expressing a final acceleration or sprint at the end of a race, match, or competitive event.
A direct loanword from English 'last spurt', commonly used in sports contexts to mean a final burst of speed or effort.
He turned the tables with a final spurt at the end.
Literally 'final push/chase', used for a last-minute effort to catch up or finish strong, common in sports and business.
We managed to win with a final push.
Means 'spurt in the final stage', used in races or competitions to describe a late acceleration.
He took the lead with a spurt in the final stage.
Describing a concentrated effort at the end of a task, project, or deadline-driven situation.
Also used metaphorically for the final push in non-sports contexts, like finishing a project or studying for exams.
I pulled an all-nighter for the final push before the exam.
The verb phrase 'to put on a final spurt', used in both sports and figurative contexts like work or study.
Literally 'one last push/effort', a common expression for giving a final burst of energy to finish something.
ラストスパート is a direct loanword and feels more specific to sports or race-like situations. 最後の追い込み is a native Japanese phrase that can be used more broadly for any final effort, including work, study, or personal goals.
put on a final spurt in a marathon
the final push for exam study
Directly translating 'final spurt' as 最終的な噴出 (saishūteki na funshutsu) would be incorrect and unnatural. Use the established loanword or native phrases above.
We're putting on a final spurt to meet the project deadline.
I finished the work with one last push.