also: へいかいのことば
expression, noun
closing address; closing speech
A formal speech or address given at the end of a meeting, ceremony, or event. Often contrasted with 開会の辞 (opening address).
See also: 開会の辞
閉会の辞を述べるのは会長の役目です。
It is the chairperson's duty to give the closing address.
閉会の辞が終わると、参加者は静かに退場した。
After the closing speech ended, the participants quietly left the venue.
Opening address, given at the start of a meeting or event, in contrast to 閉会の辞 which is given at the end.
Compound of 閉会 (closing of a meeting) + の (possessive particle) + 辞 (words, speech).