break down

language: pt

definitions

  1. to stop functioning because of mechanical failure
    pt: parar de funcionar devido a uma falha mecânica
  2. to lose control of one's emotions
    pt: perder o controle das emoções

examples

  1. The car broke down on the highway.

    O carro quebrou na autoestrada.

  2. He broke down and cried when he heard the news.

    Ele desmoronou e chorou ao ouvir a notícia.