der Abbruch, ¨-e
demolition · cancellation
The German word "Abbruch" is a noun meaning "demolition," "termination," or "abandonment."
- It is made up of the prefix "ab" (off, away) and the word "Bruch" which means "break" or "fracture."
- So literally, it refers to the act of "breaking off" or "tearing down."
Similar words:
- Absetzung (removal, dismissal)
- Einstellung (discontinuation, cessation)
- Stopp (stop)
Difference:
- Abbruch implies a decisive, often physical or formal ending (e.g., demolition of a building or ending a project).
- Absetzung often refers to removing someone from a position.
- Einstellung focuses on stopping or discontinuing something, like a process.
- Stopp is more general for stopping without specifying context.
"Abbruch" often carries a stronger, more final connotation than related terms.
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Examples
Der Abbruch des Gebäudes beginnt morgen.noun
The demolition of the building begins tomorrow.
Nach mehreren Diskussionen wurde der Abbruch beschlossen.noun
After several discussions, the cancellation was decided.
Der Abbruch des alten Gebäudes erfolgt morgen.noun
The demolition of the old building will take place tomorrow.
Viele Menschen beobachten den Abbruch aus sicherer Entfernung.noun
Many people are watching the demolition from a safe distance.
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