A2adjective 1K

Broken

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈbrəʊkən/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈbrəʊkən/"]/

Meaning of Broken

that has been damaged or injured; no longer whole or working correctly

In simple words: not working or damaged

Broken in a sentence

• The window is broken and needs to be fixed.
• He felt broken after the loss of his pet.
• The broken toy lay on the floor.
• She was broken by the harsh criticism from her friends.
• The road was broken due to the heavy rains.
• His dreams were broken when he didn't pass the exam.

How to use Broken

Use 'broken' when describing items that are not functioning or are physically damaged. It is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Remember 'broken' as in 'broke the bone' - something isn’t working properly.

Related words

Collocations with Broken

• be
• get
• badly

Synonyms for Broken

• damaged
• shattered
• fractured
• nonfunctional

Opposites of Broken

• whole
• intact
• fixed

Common mistakes with Broken

• Confusing 'broken' with 'broke' (the past tense of 'break')
• Using 'broken' in a context where 'damaged' is more appropriate
• Forget to use 'broken' with a noun (e.g. 'broken car' not just 'broken')

Frequently asked questions about Broken

What does Broken mean?

not working or damaged

What is the definition of Broken?

that has been damaged or injured; no longer whole or working correctly

How do you use Broken in a sentence?

The window is broken and needs to be fixed.

Can you give another example of Broken?

He felt broken after the loss of his pet.

What are synonyms for Broken?

Common alternatives include damaged, shattered, fractured, nonfunctional.

What is the opposite of Broken?

Opposite meanings include whole, intact, fixed.

What words go with Broken?

It commonly pairs with be, get, badly.

What are common mistakes when using Broken?

Confusing 'broken' with 'broke' (the past tense of 'break') Using 'broken' in a context where 'damaged' is more appropriate Forget to use 'broken' with a noun (e.g. 'broken car' not just 'broken')

How do you pronounce Broken?

US: /["/ˈbrəʊkən/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbrəʊkən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Broken?

Use 'broken' when describing items that are not functioning or are physically damaged. It is neutral and can be used in both casual and formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Broken?

"Broken" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.