noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
interruption; suspension; stoppage
General term for stopping something that is already in progress, such as a service, operation, or ongoing activity. Often used in formal announcements.
大雨のため、試合は一時中止になった。
The game was temporarily suspended due to heavy rain.
工事は安全上の理由で中止された。
The construction was halted for safety reasons.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Specifically refers to canceling a planned event, project, or reservation before it takes place. Implies the event will not happen at all.
台風接近のため、花火大会は中止になりました。
The fireworks display was canceled due to an approaching typhoon.
旅行を中止して、家で過ごすことにした。
I decided to cancel the trip and stay home.