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中断
zhōngduàn
Description
“中断”的意思是一件正在进行的事情停下来了，还没有做完。
"中断" means that something in progress has stopped and is not finished yet.
比如比赛因为下雨中断，或者网络突然中断。
For example, a game is interrupted because of rain, or the internet suddenly disconnects.
Meanings
中断zhōngduàn
to stop midway; to interrupt; to break off
比赛因为下雨中断了。
The game was interrupted because of rain.
中断zhōngduàn
interruption; suspension
这次中断给我们带来了很多麻烦。
This interruption caused us a lot of trouble.
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Notes
- Etymology
中 (middle) + 断 (break) — literally 'break in the middle'.
- Nuance
中断 stresses stopping before completion; 打断 is interrupting someone speaking.
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