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VocabJLPT N4

to break

Ichidan VerbIntransitive VerbAuxiliary Verb

Definitions

1. to break
2. to snap
3. to be injured
4. to wear out

This verb means "to be cut" or "to run out," and can also mean "to snap" or "to expire." It is used when something like a rope breaks, a supply runs out, or a contract ends.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My friend laughed and said "the call dropped."

Sentence 2

I feel like something inside me just snapped.

Sentence 3

Once a relationship breaks, it's hard to fix.

Sentence 4

How did it break right here?

Sentence 5

I wonder why it snapped right here.