last but not least

Meaning

A phrase used to introduce the final person or item in a list, emphasizing that their importance is equal to those mentioned before.

Examples

• We have heard from the marketing team, the finance department, and, last but not least, the design group.
• Last but not least, I would like to thank my family for their unwavering support.

Pronunciation: /ˌlæst bʌt nɒt ˈliːst/

Synonyms of last but not least

Words with a similar meaning to last but not least:

• finally
• lastly
• to conclude