Wegbrechen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Wegbrechen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to break off", "to collapse" or "to give way".

Essential properties of "wegbrechen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: wegbrechen
  • Simple past: brach weg
  • Participle: weggebrochen

See full conjugation of wegbrechen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "wegbrechen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To break off or collapse suddenly, especially structures or connections"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Brücke ist unter der Last weggebrochen.The bridge collapsed under the load.
  2. Während des Sturms sind viele Bäume weggebrochen.Many trees broke off during the storm.
  3. Die Internetverbindung ist plötzlich weggebrochen.The internet connection suddenly broke down.

2.) "To be lost or disappear unexpectedly, like a signal or communication"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Signal ist während des Gesprächs weggebrochen.The signal cut out during the conversation.
  2. Die Verbindung ist mitten im Meeting weggebrochen.The connection dropped in the middle of the meeting.
  3. Der Ton ist plötzlich weggebrochen.The sound suddenly cut out.
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