B2 Expression 격식체 3분 분량

That brings us to the end

Presentation and public speaking expression

Use this phrase to professionally signal you've finished your main points and are ready to close.

15초 만에

  • Signals the conclusion of a structured talk or presentation.
  • Acts as a professional transition to questions or closing.
  • Prevents awkward silences by clearly ending the information flow.

This phrase is a polite way to tell your audience that you have finished your main points. It acts like a verbal bridge that moves everyone from the information part to the final goodbye.

주요 예문

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1

Finishing a business presentation

That brings us to the end of the quarterly sales report.

That brings us to the end of the quarterly sales report.

💼
2

A tour guide finishing a walk

That brings us to the end of our historical walking tour.

That brings us to the end of our historical walking tour.

🤝
3

Ending a podcast episode

That brings us to the end of today's interview with Dr. Smith.

That brings us to the end of today's interview with Dr. Smith.

💼
🌍

문화적 배경

This phrase is a classic example of 'signposting' in English rhetoric. It became a standard professional tool to ensure meetings stay on schedule and audiences feel guided. In many English-speaking cultures, a clear conclusion is seen as a sign of respect for the listener's time.

💡

The Power of the Pause

After saying this phrase, pause for 2 seconds. It lets the audience realize they should clap or prepare questions.

⚠️

Don't keep talking

Once you say this, do not start a new topic! It confuses people and makes you look disorganized.

15초 만에

  • Signals the conclusion of a structured talk or presentation.
  • Acts as a professional transition to questions or closing.
  • Prevents awkward silences by clearly ending the information flow.

What It Means

Think of this phrase as a friendly signal light. It tells your listeners that you are finishing your talk. You aren't just stopping suddenly. You are gently guiding them toward the exit. It is very common in presentations or meetings. It shows you have a clear plan for your speech. It helps people wake up if they were daydreaming!

How To Use It

You should use this right after your last big idea. Do not say it while you are still explaining facts. Say it clearly and slow down your voice a little. This gives the audience a second to process everything. Usually, you follow it with a 'thank you' or an invitation for questions. For example, you might say, That brings us to the end of the presentation. Does anyone have questions? It makes you sound organized and professional.

When To Use It

This is perfect for any structured situation. Use it at the end of a business meeting. Use it when you finish a school presentation. It works great for tour guides or podcast hosts too. If you are explaining a long process to a colleague, use it to show you are done. It creates a clean break between 'talking' and 'doing.'

When NOT To Use It

Avoid using this in very casual chats. If you are telling a friend about your weekend, it sounds too stiff. Don't use it if you have more points to make later. It is a 'final' phrase. Also, do not use it if the situation is an emergency. You don't need formal transitions when the building is on fire! Keep it for times when you are the main speaker.

Cultural Background

In Western business culture, 'signposting' is very important. Signposting means using phrases to tell the audience where you are in your speech. English speakers value structure and clarity. We hate 'awkward silences' where no one knows if the speaker is finished. This phrase prevents that confusion. It shows you respect the audience's time and attention. It is a hallmark of a confident, trained speaker.

Common Variations

You might hear people say That concludes my presentation in very formal settings. A more casual version is That’s all I’ve got for today. If you are in a hurry, you might say That wraps things up. Some people prefer We’ve reached the end of our session. All of these do the same job. They all signal that the 'information flow' is stopping now.

사용 참고사항

This is a high-frequency phrase in professional English. It sits in the 'Formal to Neutral' range. Avoid using it in intimate or highly casual settings unless you are being intentionally humorous.

💡

The Power of the Pause

After saying this phrase, pause for 2 seconds. It lets the audience realize they should clap or prepare questions.

⚠️

Don't keep talking

Once you say this, do not start a new topic! It confuses people and makes you look disorganized.

💬

The 'Q&A' Secret

In English-speaking cultures, this phrase is almost always a secret code that says: 'It is now your turn to ask questions!'

예시

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#1 Finishing a business presentation
💼

That brings us to the end of the quarterly sales report.

That brings us to the end of the quarterly sales report.

A standard professional way to close a data-heavy session.

#2 A tour guide finishing a walk
🤝

That brings us to the end of our historical walking tour.

That brings us to the end of our historical walking tour.

Friendly and clear for a group of tourists.

#3 Ending a podcast episode
💼

That brings us to the end of today's interview with Dr. Smith.

That brings us to the end of today's interview with Dr. Smith.

Helps listeners know the main content is over.

#4 Sarcastic text to a friend after a long rant
😄

And that brings us to the end of my 20-minute rant about my boss.

And that brings us to the end of my 20-minute rant about my boss.

Using a formal phrase for a silly situation creates humor.

#5 Closing a memorial service speech
💭

That brings us to the end of our tributes to a wonderful man.

That brings us to the end of our tributes to a wonderful man.

Gentle and respectful transition in a sad moment.

#6 Finishing a training session
💼

That brings us to the end of the software training module.

That brings us to the end of the software training module.

Clear indicator that the learning portion is complete.

셀프 테스트

Choose the correct phrase to finish the presentation professionally.

___ of my slides. Thank you for listening.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: That brings us to the end

This is the most professional way to signal the conclusion of a presentation.

Complete the sentence used by a teacher.

That brings us to the end of ___ lesson for today.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: the

We use the definite article 'the' because we are referring to the specific lesson that just happened.

🎉 점수: /2

시각 학습 자료

Formality of Ending Phrases

Casual

Used with friends

That's all, folks!

Neutral

General workplace use

I'm wrapping up now.

Formal

Presentations and speeches

That brings us to the end.

Very Formal

Legal or official ceremonies

This concludes the proceedings.

Where to use 'That brings us to the end'

That brings us to the end
💼

Board Meeting

Ending a financial report

🏫

Classroom

Finishing a lecture

🏛️

Guided Tour

Last stop at a museum

💻

Webinar

Closing a digital workshop

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

Not at all. While it is professional, it is very common in regular office meetings to keep things organized.

Yes, This and That are both perfectly fine. That is slightly more common as it refers back to the content you just finished.

Usually, you should say something like Thank you for your time or I’d be happy to take any questions.

It is less common in writing. In an email, it is better to say In conclusion or To wrap up.

Yes, if you are giving them a long explanation or a tutorial, it helps clarify that you are finished.

Only if you say it without any emotion. If you use a natural, warm tone, it sounds very helpful and polished.

You could say So, that's about it or That's all I wanted to cover.

Only if you want to be funny! It sounds like a business meeting, so it would be a joke about the date being a 'presentation.'

No, it is a metaphor. It means the flow of the conversation has moved us to the final point.

No, only use it when you have reached your planned stopping point.

관련 표현

To wrap things up

To finish a task or a discussion.

That concludes...

A very formal way to say something is finished.

In a nutshell

To summarize everything very briefly.

Moving to the final point

Signaling that the last piece of information is coming.

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