break
/breɪk/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #251 in the learning path
打破；折断；破裂
Definitions
v. To separate into pieces or damage something so it stops working.
打破；折断；破裂
n. A short period when an activity stops.
休息；暂停
v. To fail to obey a rule or keep a promise.
违反；违背
Example
Be careful not to break that glass bowl.
小心别打碎那个玻璃碗。
Regular breaks during study sessions may improve concentration and help students retain new information.
学习期间定时休息可能有助于提高注意力，并帮助学生记住新知识。
Collocations
- take a break
- break the law
- break a promise
- break a record
Word family
- broken (adj.)
- breakable (adj.)
- unbreakable (adj.)
- breakage (n.)
Synonyms
- shatter
- pause
Antonyms
- repair
Usage tip
动词变化为break—broke—broken；休息用take a break。
FAQ
- What does break mean?
- To separate into pieces or damage something so it stops working. A short period when an activity stops. To fail to obey a rule or keep a promise.
- How is break pronounced?
- UK /breɪk/, US /breɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
