Cool MateMeaning of Smash
In simple words: To hit something very hard, causing it to break.
Smash in a sentence
- He used a hammer to smash the old wooden crate into pieces.
- The children were excited to smash the piñata at the party.
- The car smashed into the wall during the high-speed chase.
- Her band’s new single smashed the charts within the first week.
- The movie was a smash hit, breaking box office records worldwide.
- They plan to smash the old building to make space for a new park.
- When angered, he would smash his glass on the floor to scare people.
- In the tennis match, she managed to smash the ball past her opponent.
How to use Smash
Use 'smash' when referring to breaking something forcefully. It is appropriate in both casual and slightly formal contexts but may not be suitable for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
smash + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'smash' — imagine smashing a cake with your hands.
Related words
Collocations with Smash
- smash a window
- smash into
- smash the competition
- smash records
- smash hit
Synonyms for Smash
- slam
- crush it
Common mistakes with Smash
- Using 'smash' incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb.
- Confusing 'smash' with 'crush' — they have slightly different meanings.
- Omitting the object when using 'smash' (e.g., saying 'I smash' without an object).
Smash appears in
Smash in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يحطم، يكسر
أن تضرب شيئًا بقوة شديدة، مما يتسبب في كسره.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ভাঙা, গুঁড়িয়ে দেওয়া
কোনো কিছু খুব জোরে আঘাত করা, যার ফলে সেটি ভেঙে যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Zerschmettern, Krachen, Erfolg
Etwas sehr hart treffen, sodass es zerbricht.
- SpanishEspañol
Romper con fuerza, Estrellarse, Éxito rotundo
Golpear algo muy fuerte, haciendo que se rompa.
- Persianفارسی
شکستن، خرد کردن، کوبیدن، غوغا کردن
یه چیزی رو خیلی محکم زدن که باعث بشه بشکنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Casser violemment, Écraser, Cartonner
Frapper quelque chose très fort, le faisant se casser.
- Hindiहिन्दी
तोड़ना, पटकना, ज़ोर से मारना
किसी चीज़ पर बहुत ज़ोर से मारना, जिससे वह टूट जाए।
- ItalianItaliano
Spaccare, Rompere, Distruggere, Colpire forte
Colpire qualcosa molto forte, facendolo rompere.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Esmagar, Arrebentar, Arrasar
Bater em algo com muita força, fazendo com que quebre.
- RussianРусский
Разбить, разгромить
Сильно ударить что-то, чтобы оно сломалось.
- Urduاردو
توڑنا، پاش پاش کرنا
کسی چیز کو زور سے مارنا، جس سے وہ ٹوٹ جائے۔
- Chinese中文
Smash
狠狠地打某样东西，让它碎掉。
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Smash
What does Smash mean?
To hit something very hard, causing it to break.
What is the definition of Smash?
to break something, or to be broken, violently and noisily into many pieces
How do you use Smash in a sentence?
He used a hammer to smash the old wooden crate into pieces.
Can you give another example of Smash?
The children were excited to smash the piñata at the party.
What are synonyms for Smash?
Common alternatives include slam, crush it.
What is the opposite of Smash?
Opposite meanings include repair, fix, restore.
What words go with Smash?
It commonly pairs with smash a window, smash into, smash the competition, smash records, smash hit.
What are common mistakes when using Smash?
Using 'smash' incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb. Confusing 'smash' with 'crush' — they have slightly different meanings. Omitting the object when using 'smash' (e.g., saying 'I smash' without an object).
How do you pronounce Smash?
US: /["/smæʃ/","/ˈsmæʃɪz/","/smæʃt/","/ˈsmæʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/smæʃ/","/ˈsmæʃɪz/","/smæʃt/","/ˈsmæʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Smash?
Use 'smash' when referring to breaking something forcefully. It is appropriate in both casual and slightly formal contexts but may not be suitable for formal writing.
What CEFR level is Smash?
"Smash" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.