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Brittle
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Meanings of Brittle
Adjective
- Easy to break or snap when you try to bend it.
- Not strong; it can crumble or fall apart easily.
- Can be hurt easily in feelings; very sensitive.
Noun
- A sweet candy made from sugar and nuts.
- Something that is similar to this candy, like a cereal bar.
Explanation of the word: Brittle
Brittle is when something is hard but can break easily. For example, if you have a thin piece of glass, it is brittle because if you drop it, it might shatter.
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Translations for the word: Brittle
hindi
भंगुर
bhangur
टूटने वाला
tootne wala
कमजोर
kamzor
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Brittle
What does 'brittle' mean?
The word 'brittle' means something that is hard but can break easily. For example, a dry leaf is brittle because it can snap when you try to bend it.
How do you pronounce 'brittle'?
You pronounce 'brittle' like this: 'BRIT-ul'. The first part sounds like 'bit' and the second part sounds like 'ul'.
What is the origin of the word 'brittle'?
The word 'brittle' comes from an old English word 'bryttel', which means 'broken' or 'easily broken'.
What is the meaning of 'brittle' in Bengali?
The word 'brittle' in Bengali is 'ভঙ্গুর' (Bhôngur).