Sever Meaning in English
word
/ˈsɛvɝ/
SEV-er
/sˈɛvɐ/
SEV-uh
Definition
To cut something completely or to end a connection or relationship entirely.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or technical; often used for physical cutting ('sever a rope'), as well as ending relationships or ties ('sever ties'). Common in news, legal, or medical contexts. Not used for small cuts—implies complete separation.
Spanish: cortar - separar - romper (relación)Portuguese (BR): cortar - separar - romper (relação)Portuguese (PT): cortar - separar - romper (relação)Chinese (Simplified): 切断 - 断绝Chinese (Traditional): 切斷 - 斷絕Hindi: काटना - तोड़ना (रिश्ता)Arabic: يقطع - يفصل - يقطع العلاقةBengali: কেটে ফেলা - বিচ্ছিন্ন করাRussian: отсекать - разрывать - прекращать (отношения)Japanese: 断ち切る - 切断するVietnamese: cắt đứtKorean: 끊다 - 절단하다Turkish: kesmek - koparmak - sona erdirmekUrdu: کاٹ دینا - توڑ دیناIndonesian: memutuskan - memotong
Example Sentences
He used an axe to sever the branch.
basic
You should not sever your friendship over a small argument.
basic
The accident could sever a nerve in your hand.
basic
The company decided to sever all business ties with the supplier.
natural
After the scandal, he chose to sever ties with his former business partners.
natural
Sometimes, you need to sever connections to move forward in life.
natural