rotura
Lemma Details
Translation: break; rupture; fracture; tear; breakage
Part of Speech: noun
Etymology: Derived from Latin 'ruptura' (a break), from the past participle 'ruptus' of the verb 'rumpere' (to break). This shares the same Latin root as English words like 'rupture,' 'disrupt,' and 'interrupt.' The Latin 'rumpere' ultimately comes from Proto-Indo-European *rewp- (to break).
Commonality: 60%
Guessability: 70%
Register: neutral
Example Usage
La rotura de la tubería causó una inundación.
The pipe break caused a flood.
El futbolista sufrió una rotura de ligamentos.
The soccer player suffered a ligament tear.
Hay una rotura en la tela de mi camisa.
There's a tear in the fabric of my shirt.
Lamentamos informar que hay rotura de stock en ese producto.
We regret to inform you that this product is out of stock.
Mnemonics
- Think of 'rupture' in English, which sounds similar and has the same meaning.
- Remember 'rot-ura' as something that has 'rotted' and broken apart.
Related Words, Phrases & Idioms
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Cultural Context
In medical contexts, 'rotura' is commonly used to describe physical injuries like torn ligaments or muscle tears. In business contexts, 'rotura de stock' is a common phrase referring to when a product is out of stock.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: While 'rotura' typically refers to physical breaks or tears, 'ruptura' is often used in more abstract contexts like relationships or agreements, though there is significant overlap in usage.
Confused word:
La ruptura de las negociaciones fue inesperada.
The breakdown of negotiations was unexpected.
Notes: In many contexts, these words can be used interchangeably, but 'ruptura' tends to be more formal and is preferred in abstract contexts.
Mnemonic: 'Rotura' for physical objects, 'ruptura' for relationships and abstract concepts.
Explanation: 'Rotura' means a break or tear, while 'rotunda' means round or emphatic/categorical.
Confused word:
Su negativa fue rotunda.
His refusal was categorical.
Notes: These words look similar but have completely different meanings and uses.
Mnemonic: 'Rotunda' sounds like 'round' in English, which helps remember its meaning of 'round' or 'emphatic'.