Brisée (en. Broken)

/bʁize/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of that which is broken.
The broken window requires replacement.
La brisée de la vitre nécessite un remplacement.
A place where something has been destroyed.
They discovered a breakage after the storm.
Ils ont découvert une brisée après la tempête.
adjective
That has undergone a break or a destruction.
The broken equipment contains unusable parts.
L'équipement brisé contient des pièces inutilisables.

Etymology

From the verb 'briser' with the suffix '-ée' indicating a state or result.

Common Phrases and Expressions

breach of trust
Loss of trust between people.
brisée de confiance
to take a hit
To experience disappointment or failure.
prendre une brisée

Related Words

to break
Action of breaking or destroying something.
briser
break
The state of being broken or shattered.
bris

Slang Meanings

Disaster or a bad experience.
That evening was a real disaster.
Cette soirée était une vraie brisée.
To suffer an emotional shock.
He had a breakdown after their separation.
Il a eu une brisée après leur séparation.