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“interruption” in Spanish

Spanish

Alsointerrupción

Pronunciation

IPA/paˈɾon/

Example

Hubo un parón en la obra por la lluvia.

There was an interruption in the work because of the rain.

Illustration for parón (interruption)

How to say “interruption” in Spanish

“Interruption” in Spanish is parón.

A sudden stoppage that prevents a process from continuing.

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

Example sentences with parón

Hubo un parón en el concierto cuando se fue la luz.

There was an interruption at the concert when the power went out.

Tips for using parón

  • Parón is used more than pausa for externally caused or disruptive halts, so speakers often specify cause or duration, and the written accent on ó is required.

Other Spanish words for “interruption”

Hubo una interrupción en la llamada.

An interruption occurred during the call.

“interruption” in other languages