How is the word сломаться translated from Russian to English

Перестать работать, как машина.

To stop working, as a machine does.

phrase
English translation
Break down

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  • Наша машина сломалась на трассе. Our car broke down on the highway.

  • Она сорвалась, когда услышала новость. She broke down when she heard the news.

  • Старые автобусы всё время ломаются. Old buses break down all the time.

  • Он старался не сорваться при всех. He tried not to break down in front of everyone.

  • Лифт что, снова сломается? Will the elevator break down again?

  • Не срывайся сейчас, мы почти справились. Don't break down now, we're almost through.

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FAQ about “сломаться”

How is “сломаться” translated from Russian?
“сломаться” translates into English as “Break down”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “сломаться” mean?
Meaning of “сломаться”: Перестать работать, как машина. In English — “Break down”.
What part of speech is “сломаться”?
“сломаться” is a phrase.
Where can I see examples with “сломаться”?
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