Translation guide
The physical or metaphorical line marking the end of a race or competition. In Japanese, the most common term is ゴール, borrowed from English, but native words like 決勝線 are used in formal sports contexts. For metaphorical uses, ゴール is also common.
Referring to the actual line or point that marks the end of a race, such as in track, swimming, or marathons.
The most common and versatile term for 'finish line' in both physical and metaphorical contexts. Used in sports, games, and everyday conversation.
He reached the finish line first.
The marathon finish line is inside the stadium.
A more formal term used in official sports contexts, especially track and field or swimming. Literally 'final-decision line'.
The athletes ran at full speed toward the finish line.
A direct loanword from English, used occasionally in sports commentary or writing, but less common than ゴール.
The moment you cross the finish line is the most moving.
Using 'finish line' figuratively to mean the end of a project, journey, or long effort.
Also the standard term for metaphorical finish lines. Can be used for project deadlines, life goals, etc.
The finish line for this project is next month.
The finish line in life is different for everyone.
Literally 'terminal point', used for the end of a journey or process. More formal and less common than ゴール.
The action of finishing a race or completing something.
ゴール is widely understood as 'goal' or 'finish line' in Japanese. It can be used for deadlines, life goals, and even video game objectives. However, in very formal writing, 決勝線 or 終着点 may be preferred.
We can finally see the finish line of the long negotiations.