Interrompue (en. Interrupted)
/ɛ̃.te.ʁɔ̃.py/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Stopped or halted unexpectedly.
The meeting was interrupted by an urgent call.
La réunion a été interrompue par un appel urgent.
That has experienced a break in its development.
The airing of the series was interrupted for technical reasons.
La diffusion de la série a été interrompue pour des raisons techniques.
A process that does not finish as planned.
The service interruption was frustrating for customers.
L'interruption du service a été frustrante pour les clients.
Etymology
From the verb "interrompre," with the feminine suffix -ue.
Common Phrases and Expressions
service interruption
Temporary cessation of a service.
interruption de service
interrupted conversation
Dialogue that has been suddenly stopped.
conversation interrompue
interrupted work
Activity that has been paused.
travail interrompu
Related Words
interrupt
To put an end to something unexpectedly.
interrompre
interruption
Action of cutting something in progress.
interruption
Slang Meanings
Cut
It was cut right at the most interesting moment.
Ça a été coupé juste au moment le plus intéressant.
Burst
The live stream had a burst due to a breakdown.
Le live a eu un burst à cause d'une panne.