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How to Say "breach" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “breach” is “ruptura” — use 'ruptura' when referring to a personal breakup or a significant break in a relationship, trust, or an agreement in a personal context..

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ruptura

roop-TOO-rah/rupˈtu.ɾa/

nounB1informal, general
Use 'ruptura' when referring to a personal breakup or a significant break in a relationship, trust, or an agreement in a personal context.
A storybook illustration showing two simple, stylized figures standing far apart from each other on a plain background, symbolizing separation.

Examples

Su ruptura después de cinco años fue muy dolorosa.

Their breakup after five years was very painful.

La ruptura de las negociaciones sorprendió a todos los países.

The rupture of negotiations surprised all the countries.

Always Feminine

Since 'ruptura' ends in '-a' and is a feminine noun, you must always use feminine articles and adjectives with it (e.g., 'la ruptura', 'una ruptura difícil').

violación

nounC1formal, legal, technical
Use 'violación' for formal infringements, such as breaking laws, treaties, contracts, security measures, or rights.

Examples

La violación de los derechos humanos es un problema global.

The violation of human rights is a global problem.

Ruptura vs. Violación

Learners often confuse 'ruptura' and 'violación' by using 'ruptura' for formal breaches like contract violations. Remember, 'ruptura' is primarily for personal separations or relationship breakdowns, while 'violación' is for more serious, often legal or security-related, infringements.

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