碎了
suì le
broke into pieces
杯子碎了。
The glass broke into pieces.
informal
To break into small fragments or pieces; to shatter.
手机掉在地上，屏幕碎了。
The phone fell to the ground, and the screen shattered.
这个杯子很容易碎了。
This cup breaks into pieces easily.
Often used to describe objects breaking due to impact or pressure.
Pro Tip
Common mistake: 碎 vs. 破
碎 emphasizes breaking into small pieces, while 破 means 'broken' in a general sense (e.g., 破了衣服 'torn clothes').
Usage Notes
Used in both literal and figurative contexts. In figurative speech, it can imply emotional or mental breakdown (e.g., 心都碎了 'heartbroken').
Word Breakdown
碎
broken into pieces
verb了
completed action marker
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