What Does Burst Mean?

Verb

To break open suddenly because of pressure.
To make something break open suddenly.
To break something in any way.
To quickly leave or enter a place.
To suddenly appear or change, like flowers blooming.
To create a hole by breaking through.
To suddenly interrupt or break in a loud way.

Noun

A sudden break or explosion.
A quick and strong action or event.
A loud noise made by something breaking or exploding.
A fun time when you drink a lot for a short period.

Burst Meaning in Other Languages

hindi

फटना

phaṭnā

फटना

phatna

बिखरना

bikharnā

Burst in Sentences

When the balloon burst, it made a loud pop sound.

I watched the bubble burst when it touched the ground.

The fireworks burst into beautiful colors in the sky.

If you squeeze the toy too hard, it might burst.

The soda can burst if you shake it too much.

Burst Story for Kids

The Adventures of Benny the Balloon

Once upon a time, in a colorful garden, there lived a little balloon named Benny. Benny was bright red and loved to float high in the sky. One sunny day, he saw a group of children playing with bubbles. "I want to join the fun!" he thought.

As he zoomed down, he accidentally bumped into a sharp branch. POP! Benny burst into a shower of sparkles! But instead of being sad, he giggled. "Look at me! I'm a sparkling star!" The children cheered and danced around the sparkles. Benny learned that sometimes, bursting can lead to unexpected joy!

And that’s how Benny became the star of the garden!

Frequently Asked Questions About Burst

What does 'burst' mean?

The word 'burst' means to break open suddenly or to explode. For example, a balloon can burst if you blow it up too much.

How do you pronounce 'burst'?

You pronounce 'burst' like this: 'berst'. It rhymes with 'first'.

What is the origin of the word 'burst'?

The word 'burst' comes from an old English word 'berstan', which means to break or to split.

What is the meaning of 'burst' in Kannada?

The word 'burst' in Kannada is 'ಬಡಿದ' (Baḍida).

Facts & Quotes About Burst

Fact: A bubble can burst when it gets too big or is poked!

Proverb: Don't count your chickens before they hatch, meaning don't assume something will happen before it actually does.

Quote: "The best way to predict the future is to create it." - Peter Drucker

Burst Meaning for Kids