English–German

“interrupt” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʊntɐˈbrɛçn̩/

Example

Bitte unterbrich mich nicht.

Please don't interrupt me.

Illustration for unterbrechen (interrupt)

How to say “interrupt” in German

“Interrupt” in German is unterbrechen.

A moving line is cut at one point by an interruption, leaving two parts that can reconnect when the action resumes.

Full entry for unterbrechen: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with unterbrechen

Der Moderator unterbrach die Diskussion wegen eines Stromausfalls.

The moderator interrupted the discussion because of a power outage.

Tips for using unterbrechen

  • The interrupted person or activity is usually an accusative object, as in 'Sie unterbricht den Redner' or 'Das Telefon unterbricht die Arbeit'.

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