Rompieron (en. Broke up)
/romˈpjeɾon/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
Action of breaking something, that is, causing an object to fracture.
They broke the window during the storm.
Ellos rompieron la ventana durante la tormenta.
To end a relationship or situation.
They broke their relationship after many years together.
Romperon su relación después de muchos años juntos.
To undo or interrupt an agreement or plan.
They broke the contract due to breaches.
Rompieron el contrato debido a incumplimientos.
Etymology
From Latin 'rumpere', which means to break.
Common Phrases and Expressions
they broke the ice
It refers to starting a conversation or relationship in a tense environment.
rompieron el hielo
they broke the rules
It means to act against established norms.
rompieron las reglas
the ties were broken
It implies that a relationship or connection has ended.
se rompieron los lazos
Related Words
break
To cause something to fracture or disintegrate.
romper
broken
Condition of an object that has been broken.
roto
Slang Meanings
When referring to a romantic breakup.
After they broke up, she went out partying to forget him.
Después de que rompieron, ella salió de fiesta para olvidarlo.
Used in sports contexts to describe when a team was defeated.
The team broke their rivals' winning streak.
El equipo rompió la racha ganadora de sus rivales.