break down

language: zh

definitions

  1. to stop functioning because of mechanical failure
    zh: （机器）发生故障
  2. to lose control of one's emotions
    zh: 情绪失控

examples

  1. The car broke down on the highway.

    汽车在高速公路上抛锚了。

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

    听到这个消息时，他情绪失控哭了起来。