Lingaku破る【やぶる】
Frequency rank: 3,274. – 3,275.
Alsoやぶる
- to tear; to rip; to break; to destroy
- to break through (cordon, opponent's defense, etc.); to breach
- to defeat; to beat
- to break (e.g. silence); to disturb (e.g. peace); to shatter (e.g. dream); to disrupt; to spoil
- to violate (e.g. rule); to break (e.g. promise); to infringe
- to break (a record)
Godan verb with 'ru' ending; transitive verb
Generated: This meaning refers to physically damaging an object or material by tearing it apart or causing it to break.
I tore the paper.
Generated: This meaning describes successfully overcoming a barrier, whether it's a physical obstruction or a figurative one, like in sports or security situations.
Generated: This meaning indicates achieving victory over someone in a competition or conflict.
Generated: This meaning is used to describe interrupting a quiet state, a peaceful situation, or even someone's aspirations, causing a significant change or disturbance.
Generated: This meaning refers to failing to adhere to rules, laws, or moral expectations, often resulting in a breach of trust or legality.
He broke his promise.
Generated: This meaning indicates surpassing a previously established standard in various fields such as sports, academics, or achievements.
Generated word frames (experimental)
[Person] breaks through [Defense]
[Person] breaks [Record]
He breaks the world record
[Person] disturbs [Silence]
Generated related terms (experimental)
やぶる破る【やぶる】
To tear or rip something, often indicating a physical action of breaking material.
Please do not tear this paper.
こわす壊す【こわす】
To destroy something completely or to break it beyond repair; often used for physical objects.
To break through an obstacle or barrier, often used in a strategic or competitive context.
To violate a rule, law, or agreement, often implying a sense of wrongdoing.
To break or overcome something difficult, often used in a more abstract sense like overcoming challenges.