expression, godan verb (-su)
lower the curtain; end a performance
Literal use for ending a play or show by lowering the stage curtain. Also used metaphorically for bringing something to a close.
See also: 幕を閉じる
劇の最後に幕を下ろす。
They lower the curtain at the end of the play.
長い公
The long performance ended, and the curtain finally came down.
expression, godan verb (-su)
Figurative use for events, projects, or periods drawing to a close. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
See also: 幕を閉じる
彼の引退で一つの時代が幕を下ろした。
With his retirement, an era came to an end.
この大会も今日で幕を下ろす。
This tournament will also come to a close today.