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break off in German

break off in German is abbrechen, auflösen — break off means to end something suddenly, especially a relationship, discussion or agreement.

break off in German

abbrechen

verb

auflösen

verb

(transitive) To discontinue abruptly.

abbrechen

verb

(transitive, slang, AAVE) To give (someone) (something); to allow (someone) to take (something); to grant (someone) a share or portion of (something).

auflösen

verb

(transitive, slang, AAVE) To give (someone) (something); to allow (someone) to take (something); to grant (someone) a share or portion of (something).

What does "break off" mean?

verb To end something suddenly, especially a relationship, discussion or agreement.
"The two countries broke off diplomatic relations last week."
verb To detach a piece from a larger whole, or to come away from it.
"He broke off a chunk of bread and passed it across."
verb To stop speaking or doing something abruptly.
"She broke off mid-sentence when he walked in."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

break off in a sentence

The two countries broke off diplomatic relations last week.
They broke off the engagement a month before the wedding.
He broke off a chunk of bread and passed it across.
A section of the cliff broke off into the sea overnight.

Similar words in German

call off cut off detach discontinue end pause separate sever

Common German translations

the of to AND A in I that for you IT on

Frequently asked questions

What is "break off" in German?

"break off" in German is abbrechen, auflösen. break off means: To end something suddenly, especially a relationship, discussion or agreement.

How do you use "break off" in a sentence?

Example: "The two countries broke off diplomatic relations last week." In German, "break off" is abbrechen, auflösen.

Are there other ways to say "break off" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "break off": abbrechen, auflösen.

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