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    Quebrantar (en. Break)

    /keβɾanˈtaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To make something lose its integrity or stability.
    Excessive effort can break down a structure.
    El esfuerzo excesivo puede quebrantar una estructura.
    To infringe a law or established norm.
    He broke the rules of the game and was sanctioned.
    Quebrantó las reglas del juego y fue sancionado.
    To cause emotional or moral harm.
    The betrayal he suffered broke him deeply.
    La traición que sufrió lo quebrantó profundamente.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'quebrantare', which means 'to break' or 'to fracture'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to break down
    To become disturbed or lose emotional stability.
    quebrantarse
    infringement of the law
    Violation of legal norms.
    quebrantamiento de la ley

    Related Words

    broken
    Something that has been broken or fractured.
    quebrado
    breakdown
    A situation that causes great concern or distress.
    quebradero
    breakable
    That can be broken or fractured.
    quebrantable

    Slang Meanings

    To be greatly affected emotionally
    Since he broke up with his girlfriend, he is heartbroken.
    Desde que cortó con su novia, está quebrantado.
    Not to meet expectations
    That project fell apart before it even started.
    Ese proyecto se quebrantó antes de comenzar.