? Java `break` Statement

? Quick Overview

The break statement in Java is used to immediately terminate a loop or a switch statement. Once executed, control jumps outside the current loop or switch block.

? Key Concepts

Used inside loops (for, while, do-while)
Used inside switch statements
Stops further execution of the current block
Can be labeled to exit outer loops

? Syntax / Theory

The basic syntax of the break statement is simple and does not take any parameters.

? View Code Example

// Basic syntax of break statement
break;

? Code Example(s)

? View Code Example

// Using break inside a for loop
public class BreakExample {
    public static void main(String[] args) {
        for (int i = 1; i <= 10; i++) {
            if (i == 5) {
                break;
            }
            System.out.println(i);
        }
    }
}

? Live Output / Explanation

Output

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When the value of i becomes 5, the break statement stops the loop immediately.

✅ Tips & Best Practices

Use break carefully to avoid unexpected loop termination
Prefer clear loop conditions instead of excessive breaks
Always use break in switch to prevent fall-through

? Try It Yourself

Modify the loop to stop at a different number
Use break inside a while loop
Experiment with labeled break in nested loops

Java break Statement

? Java break Statement