Brisées (en. Broken)

/bʁize/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
State of something that has been fragmented.
The broken glass was scattered on the floor.
Les brisées de verre étaient éparpillées sur le sol.
The remains or debris after a destruction.
The wreckage of the old car was difficult to clean up.
Les brisées de la vieille voiture étaient difficiles à nettoyer.

Etymology

From the verb "briser," which means to break or shatter.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Broken hearts
Emotional state caused by romantic disappointment.
brisées de cœur
Broken hopes
Loss of confidence or optimism.
brisées d'espoir

Related Words

Break
To rupture or break something.
briser
Breakage
State of what is broken.
bris

Slang Meanings

Sudden or unexpected destruction.
The party ended in chaos when the police arrived.
Cette fête a fini en brisées quand la police est arrivée.
Chaotic situation.
The evening was full of disruptions due to all the noise.
La soirée a été pleine de brisées à cause de tout le bruit.