durchbrechen

1.

to break through

(In the sense of someone breaking through something. Think of a jet breaking through the wall of sound.)
Examples
  • Das Flugzeug durchbricht die Schallmauer.
  • The airplane breaks through the sound barrier.

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How many meanings does the German word 'durchbrechen' have?

durchbrechen has 1 distinct meaning: 1. to break through.

What is the past tense of 'durchbrechen'?

hat durchbrochen / durchbrach

What is the er/sie/es form of 'durchbrechen'?

er/sie/es durchbricht

What is 'durchbrechen' related to?

The word 'durchbrechen' is related to brechen and durch.

Where can I learn more about 'durchbrechen'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.