interruption
/ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #4526 in the learning path
打断；中断
Definitions
n. Something that briefly stops an activity, conversation, or continuous process.
打断；中断
Example
Sorry for the interruption, but your taxi is here.
抱歉打断一下，不过你的出租车到了。
Frequent interruptions in open offices can reduce concentration and make complex tasks take longer to complete.
开放式办公室中频繁的干扰可能降低注意力，使复杂任务需要更长时间才能完成。
Collocations
- without interruption
- constant interruptions
- interruption to services
Word family
- interrupt (v.)
- uninterrupted (adj.)
Synonyms
- disruption
- disturbance
Usage tip
一次打断可数；without interruption表示不间断。
FAQ
- What does interruption mean?
- Something that briefly stops an activity, conversation, or continuous process.
- How is interruption pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/, US /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
