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UK//breɪk jɔː bɔːlz//US//breɪk jʊr bɔlz//

Meaning of Break your balls

To work extremely hard or to struggle significantly.

In simple words: To work really hard or face a tough situation.

Break your balls in a sentence

  • I had to break my balls to finish the project on time.
  • He's been breaking his balls at the gym every day this week.
  • She really broke her balls studying for the exam.
  • After breaking my balls at work, I finally got a promotion.
  • They break their balls to keep the business running during tough times.

How to use Break your balls

Used informally among friends; may be considered crude. Avoid in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

break + your + balls

Memory hint

Imagine breaking a hard-shelled ball while working hard for a task.

Related words

Collocations with Break your balls

  • break your balls at work
  • break your balls for success
  • break your balls in the gym

Synonyms for Break your balls

Common mistakes with Break your balls

  • Confusing with 'break a leg' which means to wish someone good luck.
  • Using it in formal conversations.
  • Misunderstanding it to mean physically hurting oneself.

Compare Break your balls with Struggle, Toil, Labor, Grind

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Frequently asked questions about Break your balls

What does Break your balls mean?

To work really hard or face a tough situation.

What is the definition of Break your balls?

To work extremely hard or to struggle significantly.

How do you use Break your balls in a sentence?

I had to break my balls to finish the project on time.

Can you give another example of Break your balls?

He's been breaking his balls at the gym every day this week.

What are synonyms for Break your balls?

Common alternatives include work hard, struggle, toil, labor, grind.

What words go with Break your balls?

It commonly pairs with break your balls at work, break your balls for success, break your balls in the gym.

What are common mistakes when using Break your balls?

Confusing with 'break a leg' which means to wish someone good luck. Using it in formal conversations. Misunderstanding it to mean physically hurting oneself.

How do you pronounce Break your balls?

US: //breɪk jʊr bɔlz//, UK: //breɪk jɔː bɔːlz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Break your balls formal or informal?

"Break your balls" is slang, so it fits very casual settings and is usually avoided in writing.

When should I use Break your balls?

Used informally among friends; may be considered crude. Avoid in formal settings.