🇷🇴 Romanian phrases

How to Say "Stop" in Romanian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Oprește-te
"Stop" in Romanian · say it like oh-preh-steh-teh

The most natural way to say "Stop" in Romanian is Oprește-te. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Stai
more casual, often used in informal contexts
Încetează
more formal, often used in commands or instructions

When to use it

Use 'Oprește-te' when you want someone to stop doing something immediately. It can be used in various situations, from casual conversations to more serious contexts. It's important to use a firm tone if the situation requires urgency.

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Examples in Romanian

RomanianEnglish
Oprește-te, te rog!Stop, please!
Oprește-te înainte să te rănești.Stop before you hurt yourself.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'oprește' without the reflexive 'te', which changes the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Oprește-te, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Romanian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Oprește-te'?

Use it when you want to tell someone to stop what they are doing.

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