word ending; way of ending one's words
Refers to the tail end of a word or phrase, or the manner in which a speaker finishes their utterance. Often used when discussing speech patterns, tone, or catching someone's words.
The way he ends his words is always vague.
Seize on the end of the other person's words and argue back.
slip of the tongue; verbal mistake
Used in the set phrase 言葉尻を捉える (to catch someone's slip of the tongue). Rarely used outside this expression.
See also: 言葉尻を捉える
He was caught on a slip of the tongue and couldn't make any excuses.