breaking
Divide breaking into syllables:
break · ing
How to pronounce breaking:
Synonyms for breaking:
break
breakage
change of integrity
chip
chipping
crack
cracking
fracture
rupture
shattering
smashing
Antonyms for breaking:
enduring
strong
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