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stop practice

[/stɑp ˈpræktɪs/]
verb phrase
parar a prática
1. To cease or discontinue engaging in a regular activity or training routine
The athlete decided to stop practice due to injury.
O atleta decidiu parar a prática devido a uma lesão.
2. To end a training session or rehearsal
The coach called to stop practice early today.
O treinador chamou para parar a prática mais cedo hoje.
3. To permanently quit or abandon a skill-building activity
She decided to stop practice and pursue a different career.
Ela decidiu parar a prática e seguir uma carreira diferente.
Synonyms
cease practicequit practicediscontinue trainingend rehearsalabandon training
Antonyms
start practicebegin trainingcommence rehearsalcontinue practiceresume training

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
parar a prática
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
parar o treino
Alternative phrasing commonly used in sports context
Portugal
parar a prática
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

call it a day
throw in the towel
hang up your boots
pack it in
pull the plug
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