B2 noun ニュートラル

breakup

/ˈbreɪkˌʌp/

A breakup is the formal ending of a relationship, partnership, or the division of a large organization into smaller parts. In a personal context, it refers to the termination of a romantic connection between two people.

例文

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1

After their breakup, she decided to travel around Europe for a month to clear her head.

Following their separation, she chose to go on a trip through Europe for a month.

2

The breakup of the Soviet Union led to the emergence of several independent sovereign states.

The dissolution of the Soviet Union resulted in the creation of many independent nations.

3

I heard about their messy breakup on social media before they even told their friends.

I found out about their difficult split online before they notified their social circle.

語族

名詞
breakup
Verb
break up
形容詞
broken
関連
breaker
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覚え方のコツ

Visualize a 'cup' that has been 'broken' into pieces; once it's a 'breakup,' the pieces are no longer together.

クイックテスト

The ______ of the massive telecommunications monopoly led to lower prices for consumers.

正解!

正解は: breakup

例文

1

After their breakup, she decided to travel around Europe for a month to clear her head.

everyday

Following their separation, she chose to go on a trip through Europe for a month.

2

The breakup of the Soviet Union led to the emergence of several independent sovereign states.

formal

The dissolution of the Soviet Union resulted in the creation of many independent nations.

3

I heard about their messy breakup on social media before they even told their friends.

informal

I found out about their difficult split online before they notified their social circle.

4

Sociologists argue that the breakup of traditional family structures has significantly impacted social mobility.

academic

Academic researchers claim that the disintegration of conventional family units has affected social progress.

5

The board of directors is considering a breakup of the conglomerate to increase overall shareholder value.

business

The company leadership is thinking about dividing the large corporation into smaller units to improve stock value.

語族

名詞
breakup
Verb
break up
形容詞
broken
関連
breaker

よく使う組み合わせ

messy breakup a difficult and complicated separation
clean breakup a separation without remaining conflict or ties
sudden breakup an unexpected end to a relationship
inevitable breakup a separation that was bound to happen
the breakup of a monopoly the forced division of a company that controls a market

よく使うフレーズ

a bad breakup

an emotionally painful separation

breakup of the ice

the physical melting and splitting of ice on water

post-breakup blues

the sadness felt after a relationship ends

よく混同される語

breakup vs breakdown

A 'breakdown' usually refers to a mechanical failure or an emotional collapse, while 'breakup' refers to the end of a relationship or entity.

breakup vs break up

This is the verb form; 'breakup' is the noun form.

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使い方のコツ

The word 'breakup' is written as one word when used as a noun, but should be two words ('break up') when used as a verb phrase. It can be applied to both small-scale personal relationships and large-scale geopolitical or corporate structures.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use the verb phrase 'break up' where the noun 'breakup' is required, or they spell the noun as two separate words.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Visualize a 'cup' that has been 'broken' into pieces; once it's a 'breakup,' the pieces are no longer together.

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語源

Originates from the English phrasal verb 'break up,' combining 'break' (from Old English brecan) and the adverb 'up' to signify completeness of the action.

文法パターン

Countable noun (e.g., several breakups) Usually followed by the preposition 'of' when referring to entities Can be used as an attributive noun (e.g., breakup songs)
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文化的な背景

In Western dating culture, a 'breakup' is a significant social event often accompanied by specific rituals like returning belongings or deleting photos on social media.

クイックテスト

The ______ of the massive telecommunications monopoly led to lower prices for consumers.

正解!

正解は: breakup

関連単語

appreciation

C2

A full understanding of a situation or the quality of something, often involving sensitive awareness or aesthetic judgment. It also refers to a formal expression of gratitude or a literal increase in the value of an asset over time.

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

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