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abrupt

abruptly, suddenly

adverb ab-ROOPT Rare
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Origin: from Latin 'abruptus'

Usage Note

Abrupt used adverbially describes a sharp, unannounced interruption or ending. Das Gespräch endete abrupt means it stopped without warning or natural closure. More neutral in register than urplötzlich (colloquial) and more common in modern German than unvermittelt.

Examples

"Die Musik brach abrupt ab, und im Saal herrschte Stille."

Natural Translation

The music stopped abruptly, and silence reigned in the hall.

Literal Translation

The music broke abruptly off, and in-the hall prevailed silence.

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