B2verb 2K

Interrupt

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌpts/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪd/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌpts/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪd/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Interrupt

to say or do something that makes somebody stop what they are saying or doing

In simple words: to stop someone while they are speaking or doing something

Interrupt in a sentence

• Please do not interrupt me while I am speaking.
• He tends to interrupt others during meetings, which is quite rude.
• The loud noise outside managed to interrupt our conversation.
• You mustn't interrupt the flow of the presentation.
• She interrupted him, excited to share her news.

How to use Interrupt

Use 'interrupt' when talking about breaking into someone's conversation or action. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but be cautious in formal settings as it may be seen as rude if done excessively.

Grammar pattern

interrupt + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in-terrupt' as 'breaking into the route' of someone's speech.

Related words

Collocations with Interrupt

• impatiently
• rudely
• angrily
• be sorry to
• (not) dare (to)
• with
• get interrupted

Synonyms for Interrupt

• break in
• interject
• disturb
• interfere
• cut in

Opposites of Interrupt

• listen
• allow
• support

Common mistakes with Interrupt

• Using 'interrupt' incorrectly when meaning to 'wait' or 'pause'.
• Confusing 'interrupt' with 'interject', which implies a more formal or thoughtful interruption.
• Saying 'interrupting to someone' instead of 'interrupting someone'.

Frequently asked questions about Interrupt

What does Interrupt mean?

to stop someone while they are speaking or doing something

What is the definition of Interrupt?

to say or do something that makes somebody stop what they are saying or doing

How do you use Interrupt in a sentence?

Please do not interrupt me while I am speaking.

Can you give another example of Interrupt?

He tends to interrupt others during meetings, which is quite rude.

What are synonyms for Interrupt?

Common alternatives include break in, interject, disturb, interfere, cut in.

What is the opposite of Interrupt?

Opposite meanings include listen, allow, support.

What words go with Interrupt?

It commonly pairs with impatiently, rudely, angrily, be sorry to, (not) dare (to), with, get interrupted.

What are common mistakes when using Interrupt?

Using 'interrupt' incorrectly when meaning to 'wait' or 'pause'. Confusing 'interrupt' with 'interject', which implies a more formal or thoughtful interruption. Saying 'interrupting to someone' instead of 'interrupting someone'.

How do you pronounce Interrupt?

US: /["/ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌpts/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪd/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪntəˈrʌpt/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌpts/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪd/","/ˌɪntəˈrʌptɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Interrupt?

Use 'interrupt' when talking about breaking into someone's conversation or action. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but be cautious in formal settings as it may be seen as rude if done excessively.

What CEFR level is Interrupt?

"Interrupt" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.