How to Say "split up" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “split up” is “terminaron” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Mis vecinos terminaron después de cinco años de noviazgo.
My neighbors broke up after five years of dating.
Las negociaciones terminaron sin un acuerdo final.
The negotiations concluded without a final agreement.
Los Juegos Olímpicos terminaron con una gran ceremonia.
The Olympic Games ended with a great ceremony.
Intransitive Use
In this context, 'terminaron' means the event or relationship itself stopped. It doesn't need a direct object (you don't finish something).
Using 'final' instead of 'terminaron'
Mistake: “Decir 'Ellos hicieron el final' para 'They broke up.'”
Correction: The verb form 'terminaron' is necessary. 'Ellos terminaron' is the natural way to say 'They broke up.'
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