How to Say "ended" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “ended” is “terminó” — use this when an event, activity, or period of time has come to a conclusion, often with a sense of completion..
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VerbA2General
Use this when an event, activity, or period of time has come to a conclusion, often with a sense of completion.
Examples
La película terminó con un giro inesperado.
The movie ended with an unexpected twist.
VerbA1General
This is a common way to say that a movie, story, or event has finished or concluded.
Examples
La película ya acabó.
The movie already ended.
acabada
AdjectiveA2General
Use this to describe something (like a task or a period) as being finished or completed.
Examples
La tarea está acabada. ¡Por fin!
The homework is finished. Finally!
rompió
VerbB1General
This specifically refers to the ending of a relationship or an agreement, implying a break or dissolution.
Examples
Después de tres años, ella rompió con él sin explicación.
After three years, she broke up with him without explanation.
General Ending vs. Breaking Up
Learners often confuse general verbs for 'ended' like 'terminó' or 'acabó' with 'rompió'. Remember that 'rompió' is specifically for ending relationships or agreements, not just for events concluding.
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