romper toda cadena
/rompeɾ toda kadena/from spelling rules
The English phrase "break every chain" can be translated into Spanish as romper toda cadena.
This phrase is used to describe being freed from everything that holds a person back or keeps them in a state of bondage.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb romper (to break), the adjective toda (every/all) and the noun cadena (chain).
Is it said differently in some regions?
The variation Romper todas las cadenas. is considered Neutral Spanish.
How does it change in a sentence?
The default form uses the singular toda cadena to mean "every chain", but the plural form todas las cadenas is also a natural way to express the concept of breaking all chains. If you wish to use the phrase as a command or a declaration, such as "Break every chain!", the verb changes from the infinitive romper to the imperative rompe as seen in rompe toda cadena.
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, particularly within religious contexts, the phrase romper toda cadena is a common liturgical expression used during deliverance prayers.
- In Spanish, the word cadena describes not only metal shackles but also a television network or a retail chain.
- The word romper comes from the Latin rumpere, which is the same root found in the English word 'interrupt'.
Examples in context
- Romper todas las cadenas es la clave para la libertad.Breaking every chain is the key to freedom.
- Necesitamos romper cada cadena que nos oprime.We need to break every chain that oppresses us.
- Dios va a romper toda cadena en tu vida.God is going to break every chain in your life.
- Es hora de romper toda cadena de miedo.It is time to break every chain of fear.
- Debemos romper toda cadena que nos detiene.We must break every chain that holds us back.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are talking about personal growth.
- SofíaSiento que finalmente puedo romper toda cadena.I feel that I can finally break every chain.
- JavierEso es genial, Sofía. Te ves más feliz.That is great, Sofia. You look happier.
- SofíaSí, ya no permito que el miedo me domine.Yes, I no longer allow fear to dominate me.
- JavierMe alegra mucho que hayas logrado liberarte.I am very glad that you managed to free yourself.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cadena, romper, CC BY-SA 4.0.
