Break Down - a car, truck, train that does not work; a vehicle that is not working
- My car always breaks down.
- What happened to the train? Did the train break down?
- I hope our car will not break down for a while.
- Why are you late? Did your car break down?
- The bus broke down on my way to work. This is why I am late for work.
Telephone Phrasal Verbs