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Breaking point

🇬🇧 UK //ˈbreɪkɪŋ pɔɪnt// 🇺🇸 US //ˈbreɪkɪŋ pɔɪnt//

Meaning of Breaking point

The stage at which someone can no longer cope with a stressor.

In simple words: A moment when someone can no longer handle a situation.

Breaking point in a sentence

• After months of pressure at work, he finally reached his breaking point.
• Everyone has a breaking point, where they can no longer take any more stress.
• The breaking point in their relationship came after years of arguments.
• When she lost her job, that was her breaking point.

How to use Breaking point

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in discussions about stress or limits. Avoid in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a bridge that can only hold so much weight before it breaks.

Related words

Collocations with Breaking point

• reach a breaking point
• hit a breaking point
• approach a breaking point

Synonyms for Breaking point

• breaking point
• crisis
• tipping point
• limit
• threshold

Opposites of Breaking point

• stability
• calm
• strength

Common mistakes with Breaking point

• Thinking 'breaking point' is a physical location rather than an emotional state.
• Confusing with 'breaking news' which refers to current events.

Frequently asked questions about Breaking point

What does Breaking point mean?

A moment when someone can no longer handle a situation.

What is the definition of Breaking point?

The stage at which someone can no longer cope with a stressor.

How do you use Breaking point in a sentence?

After months of pressure at work, he finally reached his breaking point.

Can you give another example of Breaking point?

Everyone has a breaking point, where they can no longer take any more stress.

What are synonyms for Breaking point?

Common alternatives include breaking point, crisis, tipping point, limit, threshold.

What is the opposite of Breaking point?

Opposite meanings include stability, calm, strength.

What words go with Breaking point?

It commonly pairs with reach a breaking point, hit a breaking point, approach a breaking point.

What are common mistakes when using Breaking point?

Thinking 'breaking point' is a physical location rather than an emotional state. Confusing with 'breaking news' which refers to current events.

How do you pronounce Breaking point?

US: //ˈbreɪkɪŋ pɔɪnt//, UK: //ˈbreɪkɪŋ pɔɪnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Breaking point?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in discussions about stress or limits. Avoid in overly casual conversations.