Translation guide
The English word "breakup" can refer to the end of a romantic relationship, the dissolution of a group or organization, or the division of something into parts. This guide focuses on the most common meaning for learners: the end of a romantic relationship.
To talk about a couple splitting up or ending their relationship.
The most common and general noun for a breakup. Can be used for any kind of parting, but in context clearly means romantic breakup.
I went through a breakup with my boyfriend.
What was the reason for the breakup?
Specifically refers to a broken heart or unrequited love; the emotional experience of a breakup, especially when one is dumped.
The verb meaning 'to break up, to part'. Used for romantic relationships as well as other separations.
Casual verb meaning 'to be dumped'. The passive form of 振る (ふる), which means to reject or dump someone.
A more formal or dramatic term for a breakup, often implying a catastrophic end to a relationship. Used in serious contexts.
To talk about a band, team, company, or other group breaking up or disbanding.
To talk about breaking something into pieces or segments, such as a company, text, or physical object.
General term for dividing or splitting something into parts. Used for companies, tasks, assets, etc.
There is a plan to break up the company.
Means 'dismantling' or 'breaking up' a structure, system, or organization. Often used for physical demolition or decommissioning.
The loanword ブレークアップ is not commonly used for romantic breakups. Stick to native Japanese terms like 別れ or 失恋.
別れ is a neutral term for parting or breakup. 失恋 specifically focuses on the emotional pain of a broken heart, often from the perspective of the one who was rejected.
Their breakup was messy.
失恋から立ち直れない。
I can't get over the breakup.
The pain of a breakup is great.
先週、彼女と別れた。
I broke up with my girlfriend last week.
The two of them decided to break up.
I got dumped by him.
I got dumped again.
Their relationship came to a breakup.
A dissolution general meeting was held.
政党が分裂した。
The political party broke up (split).
We will break up the work and do it in parts.
古いビルを解体する。
They are breaking up the old building.