irrumpir

Senses

1. 1.

   to burst in; to break in

   to enter suddenly and forcefully, often without permission or warning

2. 2.

   to erupt; to break out

   to emerge or appear abruptly and dramatically

Examples

• "Los manifestantes irrumpieron en el edificio sin previo aviso."

  The protesters burst into the building without prior warning.

• "La violencia irrumpió en la región de manera inesperada."

  Violence erupted in the region unexpectedly.

• "Irrumpió en la sala gritando, asustando a todos."

  He broke in shouting, frightening everyone.

Usage

A formal or somewhat literary verb meaning to enter abruptly or by force. Often used with the preposition *en* (irrumpir en). Common in news reporting and dramatic contexts. Do not confuse with *interrumpir* (to interrupt).