Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Broken”
Damaged or in pieces; something that does not work anymore.
Word Family of Broken
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- His arm was broken from the fall during the game. A1
- The broken window in the old house needed repair. A1
- She spoke in broken English when visiting the country for the first time. A2
Word Form Patterns for Broken
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: broken → brokenly.
Origin and Word Formation of Broken
Past participle of break, from Old English 'brecan', meaning to separate or fracture.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Broken
Wrong: The broken things is on the floor.
Correct: The broken things are on the floor.
Things is plural, so verb must be are, not is.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Broken
What are the word forms of “broken”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “broken”?
“broken” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “broken” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “broken” come from?
Past participle of break, from Old English 'brecan', meaning to separate or fracture.