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VocabJLPT N1

burst (tire, pipe, etc.)

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. burst (tire, pipe, etc.)
2. rupture
3. burst (radiation, signal, etc.)

A loanword from English meaning "burst." It is used to describe something suddenly breaking open or exploding, and is also used in technical contexts like network data transmission to describe a sudden spike in traffic.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Seriously, the tire has to burst here of all places? Worst timing ever.

Sentence 2

My tire burst right before the intersection and I had to slam on the brakes!

Sentence 3

"Another pipe burst?" my boss said, frowning.

Sentence 4

The security camera captured the moment the tire blew out.

Sentence 5

If the bolts aren't tightened properly, the pipe could burst.