demolition / breakup
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demolition
The controlled destruction of an object, usually a building, bridge, or rock, through the targeted use of explosives.
Die Sprengung des alten Kühlturms verlief nach Plan.
The demolition of the old cooling tower went according to plan.
'Sprengung' (demolition/breakup) is a noun derived from the verb 'sprengen' (to blow up; to break up). The ending '-ung' turns the action into a feminine noun.
Das alte Kraftwerk wird morgen gesprengt.
The old power plant will be blown up tomorrow.
The context makes clear which meaning is intended. If it involves a structure, destruction is meant. If it involves an event, dissolution or breakup is meant.
Die Sprengung der alten Fabrik war weithin zu hören.
The demolition of the old factory could be heard far and wide.
In the literal meaning, 'Sprengung' (demolition) is often combined with objects that are destroyed, e.g. 'die Sprengung eines Gebäudes' (the demolition of a building), 'einer Brücke' (of a bridge), or 'eines Turms' (of a tower).
Die Sprengung der Brücke war eine technische Meisterleistung.
The demolition of the bridge was a technical masterpiece.
In the figurative meaning, 'Sprengung' (breakup) is used for social events, e.g. 'die Sprengung einer Party' (the breakup of a party), 'einer Versammlung' (of a meeting), or 'einer Demonstration' (of a demonstration).
Die laute Musik führte zur Sprengung der Gartenparty.
The loud music led to the breakup of the garden party.
dissolution / solution / resolution
'die Auflösung' and 'die Sprengung' can both mean that a meeting, group, or event is ended. In this context, 'die Auflösung' sounds more neutral and official: a group ceases to exist, or a meeting is ended. 'die Sprengung' is stronger and sounds abrupt or forced. Literally, 'Sprengung' usually means destruction with explosives, but figuratively it can also mean the sudden breakup of a gathering. Learners may confuse the words because both describe an ending. If it is calm, formal, or planned, 'Auflösung' fits better; if it seems harsh and sudden, 'Sprengung' is more likely to fit.
Nach den lauten Störungen kam es zur Sprengung der Versammlung.
After the loud disruptions, the meeting was broken up.
Zur Auflösung der Arbeitsgruppe schrieb die Leiterin eine kurze Nachricht an alle.
The leader wrote a short message to everyone about the dissolution of the working group.