English–French

“interruption” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/syspɑ̃sjɔ̃/

Example

La suspension du spectacle a déçu le public.

The interruption of the show disappointed the audience.

Illustration for suspension (interruption)

How to say “interruption” in French

“Interruption” in French is suspension.

A service or activity placed on hold rather than brought to an end.

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

Example sentences with suspension

La suspension du permis a compliqué ses déplacements quotidiens.

The suspension of his driver's license complicated his daily travel.

Tips for using suspension

  • The noun commonly uses de for what is stopped, as in la suspension du spectacle, while suspendre takes the stopped activity directly: suspendre le spectacle.

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