🇬🇧 Break down meaning: English Vocabulary Flash Card

When a machine or a vehicle breaks down, it suddenly stops working and can’t do its job. For example, a car might make a funny noise and then stop moving, or a washing machine might stop spinning. It’s like the machine is too tired or something inside it is broken, so it needs to be fixed before it can work again.

Our robot vacuum broke down in the middle of the floor, so now it’s just a very expensive footstool for the cat.

The elevator broke down, and we discovered the true boss level of life is ten flights of stairs.

The dishwasher broke down, and my parents gasped like someone had announced, “Dishes by hand forever!”

The air conditioner broke down, and the entire family melted into one giant grumpy puddle on the couch.

The doorbell broke down, so visitors just yell, sing, or dance until someone opens the door.

Cars break down. On a wet road a small red car can break down. The man cries, "Please do not break down." The car does break down. A kind woman stops and they push. They do not let the car break down more. At the end the car starts and they smile, happy and warm.

This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.

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