Definition
to break (something): to damage (something), to make (something) stop working or functioning
Who broke my computer? Now it doesn't work, I can't do anything with it!
This is an irregular verb:
I break / I broke / I have broken
a break: a pause, an interruption, a rupture, an interval
Pronunciation examples
UK: Shall we take a break for five minutes?
US: I broke my computer last night. I'm always breaking things.
- "Voice : Who dares disturb the Illuminati during our lunch break?"
- "'Cause that would break my heart."
- "The nose is broken."
- "Examples: "She still hasn't apologized for breaking my heart or my nose."
- "Edward : I think I broke my chakra."
- "Your business card was attached to the patient's buttocks with chewing gum. He refuses to reveal his name, and broke a fire-extinguisher during check in."
- "Why did you break a chair on my head?"
- "Did you have your heart broken?"
- "Edward : I think you broke my appendix, sir."
- "Although the media has been banned from the meetings, sources have reported yelling, dogs barking, and numerous bottles breaking during the negotiations."
Still unsure of the best way to use 'Break'? Improve your English thanks to our online English lessons. We offer a free test as well as a free level assessment!
What our users say:
Test your English with Gymglish today and get a free level assessment
Absolutely free - no strings attached.
