Word details
壊れる
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 壊れる.
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Entry
1
to be broken; to break; to fall apart; to collapse; to be destroyed; to be damaged
Examples
あの壊れた花瓶は祖父のものです。
That broken vase is my grandfather's.
2
to break (down); to stop working
Examples
このイヤホンは壊れています。
These earphones don't work.
3
to fall through (of a plan, deal, etc.); to collapse; to break down (of a relationship, negotiations, etc.); to be broken off; to be ruined (of an atmosphere, one's image, etc.)
Examples
いさかいで私たちの融和が壊れた。
Quarrelling spoiled our unity.
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