Adjective
abrupt
Pronunciation: /apˈʁʊpt/
abrupt
C1
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Meanings
Adjective
- abrupt
- sudden, unforeseen
- unconnected, having sudden transitions, (of movements) jerking
Example sentence
Der Zug hielt abrupt, und alle Fahrgäste fielen nach vorne.
The train stopped abruptly, and all the passengers fell forward.
Word forms
abrupt
Usage
- ein abruptes Ende — a sudden end without a smooth transition
- abrupt abbrechen — break off suddenly; used of speech or events
Das Gespräch nahm durch den Stromausfall ein abruptes Ende.
The power cut brought the conversation to an abrupt end.