
Rechercher
to interrupt
01
interrompre
to stop or pause a process, activity, etc. temporarily
Transitive: to interrupt a process or activity
Example
She interrupted the meeting to ask a question.
He interrupted the lecture to clarify a point.
02
interrompre, perturber
to disturb or disrupt the calmness or serenity of a situation or person
Transitive: to interrupt sb/sth
Example
A sudden argument interrupted the peaceful dinner, leaving everyone uncomfortable.
The sirens interrupted the otherwise peaceful night in the city.
03
interrompre, couper la parole à
to stop someone from speaking by speaking or acting before they finish
Transitive: to interrupt sb
Example
The teacher interrupted the student to correct a misunderstanding.
Interrupting the speaker, she asked a question that could n’t wait.
04
interrompre, perturber
to disrupt or break the continuous flow or smoothness of something
Transitive: to interrupt sth
Example
A colorful painting on the wall interrupted the otherwise dull decor.
The tree roots interrupted the sidewalk, creating uneven surfaces.
Interrupt
01
interruption, signal d'interruption
a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out