Rotura (en. Rip)

/roˈtuɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Breakage or fracture of an object.
The breakage of the glass caused a loud noise.
La rotura del vidrio causó un gran estruendo.
Accident that prevents continuing with a task.
The breakdown of the machinery halted production.
La rotura de la maquinaria detuvo la producción.
Breaking of relationships or agreements.
The termination of the contract was unexpected.
La rotura del contrato fue inesperada.

Etymology

From Latin 'ruptura', meaning rupture.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stock break
Situation where no more products are available.
rotura de stock
service disruption
Interruption that affects normal service.
rotura en el servicio
in case of breakage
In case a fracture or damage occurs.
en caso de rotura

Related Words

to break
To cause something to separate or break.
romper
to break
To break something, to make it shatter.
quebrar
fracture
Fracture of a bone or solid structure.
fractura

Slang Meanings

Breaking of romantic relationships.
After the breakup, she decided to focus on herself.
Después de la rotura, decidió centrarse en sí misma.
Situation of crisis or serious problems.
We are in a financial breakdown, we need help.
Estamos en una rotura financiera, necesitamos ayuda.