JLPT N3 Intermediate
破る
To tear something physically, defeat an opponent, or break a rule or promise.
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1 Verb (transitive)
"To tear" / "To rip"
Describes the physical act of damaging materials like paper or cloth by forcefully pulling them apart.
Example
彼 は 怒って 手紙 を 粉々 に 破った 。
He got angry and tore the letter to pieces.
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2 Verb (transitive)
"To break (a promise, rule, record)"
Refers to violating an agreement, failing to observe a rule, or surpassing an existing standard.
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3 Verb (transitive)
"To defeat" / "To beat"
Indicates triumphing over an opponent in a competition or overcoming a difficult barrier.
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