Rechercher
to break off
[phrase form: break]
01
casser, rompre
to use force to separate one thing from another
Transitive: to break off sth
02
se détacher, se rompre
to become separated from a larger entity
Intransitive
03
interrompre, cesser
to suddenly stop an activity or an action
Transitive: to break off an activity or action
04
interrompre, coupé
to stop speaking or end a conversation suddenly
Intransitive
05
rompre, mettre fin à
to end a romantic or personal relationship suddenly
Transitive: to break off a relationship
break off
v
Exemple
The mechanic broke off the rusty bolt with a wrench.
The sculptor broke off a chunk of clay for shaping.
Break off a piece of chocolate for yourself.
A piece of the sculpture broke off over time.
He broke off a piece of his chocolate.
