Breakdown vs. Break down
In this lesson, we're going to talk about the differences and similarities between these words. Well, I'm here to tell you everything about them.
What Is Their Main Difference?
Both indicate not functioning properly. However, 'breakdown' is a noun and it refers to the failure, while, 'break down' is a phrasal verb that shows the action.
Differences
'Breakdown' is a noun and it refers to the failed result, whereas, 'break down' is a phrasal verb that shows the action of not working properly. Check out below:
How many mental
The train
Similarities
Both refer to not being able to function properly. Check out the examples below:
The only thing than can freshen me up after a mental
I was busy repairing the car. It suddenly
Are They Interchangeable?
Since they have differnt grammatically functions, they cannot be used instead of one another. 'Break down' is a phrasal verb, whereas, 'breakdown' is a noun. Compare:
✓ Almost everyone has experienced a mental
X Almost everyone has experienced a mental
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