Broken
Pronunciation: /ˈbreɪk/
Broken (verb)
- To cause something to split into pieces.
- To stop functioning correctly.
- To pause an activity for a short time.
Examples
- She tried to break the stick in half.
- He managed to break the chocolate bar into pieces.
Common collocations: break a habit, break the silence, break a record, break down, break the system
Broken (noun)
- A short time when you stop working or studying.
- A crack or split in something.
Examples
- We have a short break between classes.
- He took a break to stretch his legs.