L'interrompant (en. Interrupting him)

/lɛ̃.tɛ.ʁɔ̃.pɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A person or thing that interrupts.
The interrupter disrupted the meeting.
L'interrompant a perturbé la réunion.
An element that breaks a speech or an action.
His comment acted as a sudden interruption.
Son commentaire a servi d'interrompant soudain.

Etymology

Comes from the verb 'interrompre' with the suffix -ant, indicating an action in progress.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interrupt the conversation
To end a conversation by speaking.
interrompre la conversation
be an interrupter
To be someone who frequently interrupts.
être un interrompant
have an interrupter
To have a person who causes interruptions.
avoir un interrompant

Related Words

interrupt
Action of breaking or ending something unexpectedly.
interrompre
speech
Verbal expression of ideas, often in public.
discours
disturbance
State of imbalance caused by an interruption.
perturbation

Slang Meanings

Party pooper
This guy is a real party pooper with his constant interruptions.
Ce type est un vrai casseur d'ambiance avec ses interruptions constantes.
Interrupter
Don't be an interrupter, let me finish my sentence.
Ne sois pas un interrupteur, laisse-moi finir ma phrase.