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Breakable: meaning, definitions and examples

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breakable

 

[หˆbreษชkษ™bษ™l ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

fragile

Capable of being broken or damaged easily.

Synonyms

brittle, easily broken, fragile, frangible.

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Word Description / Examples
breakable

Use this word to describe objects or materials that can be broken with effort but are not necessarily delicate. It is a general term.

  • Glass is breakable but not always fragile.
  • This toy is breakable, so handle it with care.
fragile

Use this word to indicate that something is very delicate and needs careful handling. It often has a more emotional or aesthetic connotation.

  • Handle the fragile antique vase with care.
  • This package is marked as fragile.
easily broken

This phrase is suitable when emphasizing the ease with which something can break. It is straightforward and clear.

  • The vase is easily broken, so put it somewhere safe.
  • Easily broken items should be packed carefully.
frangible

This term is often used in technical or specialized contexts to describe materials designed to break or shatter under certain conditions, usually to ensure safety.

  • Frangible bullets are designed to break upon impact.
  • Frangible glass is used in emergency exits.
brittle

This word refers to substances that easily break, snap, or shatter under stress. It conveys that the material lacks flexibility.

  • The brittle ice cracked under the weight.
  • The plastic became brittle over time.

Examples of usage

  • This vase is very breakable, so please handle it with care.
  • The glass windows in the old house are quite breakable.
  • The toy is made of breakable plastic material.
  • Be careful with the breakable items in this box.
  • She wrapped the breakable items in bubble wrap for protection.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from Old English 'brecan', meaning to shatter or break.
  • It combines 'break' with the suffix '-able', which means 'capable of being'.
  • The concept emphasizes the fragility associated with certain materials and objects.

Physics

  • Breakable items often have low tensile strength, meaning they can't withstand much pulling or pressure.
  • The behavior of materials when stress is applied is studied in mechanics and materials science.
  • Ceramics and glass are typical examples of materials that are breakable under impact.

Cultural Significance

  • In many cultures, certain breakable objects symbolize vulnerability and the need for care.
  • In art, breakable materials like glass can represent fragility of life or beauty.
  • Crockery, often used in rituals, can serve as a reminder of delicacy in traditions around food sharing.

Safety

  • Breakable items are often labeled with warnings to prevent accidents, especially in homes with children.
  • Packaging for fragile goods is designed to ensure items do not break during transport.
  • Many safety regulations focus on reducing risks associated with products that are easily breakable.

Psychology

  • Perceptions of breakability can affect how we interact with our belongings and environment.
  • People often project emotions onto delicate objects, attributing feelings of sadness or nostalgia.
  • The fear of breaking something may lead to anxiety, especially in high-stakes situations, such as at fragile art exhibitions.

Translations

Translations of the word "breakable" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quebrรกvel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‚เคŸเคจเฅ‡ เคฏเฅ‹เค—เฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zerbrechlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pecah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะผะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล‚amliwy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฃŠใ‚Œใ‚„ใ™ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cassable

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rompible

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑrฤฑlabilir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊นจ์ง€๊ธฐ ์‰ฌ์šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุงุจู„ ู„ู„ูƒุณุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™ehkรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krehkรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ˜“็ขŽ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lomljiv

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brotgjarn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะฝา“ั‹ัˆ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒขแƒ•แƒ แƒ”แƒ•แƒแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑrฤฑlan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rompible

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,956 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.