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B1 Adjective #40 よく出る 10分で読める

shattered

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At the A1 level, you can think of 'shattered' as a very strong way to say 'broken.' Imagine a glass falling on the floor and breaking into many, many tiny pieces. That is 'shattered.' You might not use this word often yourself, but you might see it in simple stories. For example, 'The window is shattered.' It is important to know that it means more than just 'broken in two.' It means broken into many small parts. You can also use it to say you are very, very tired, like after playing sports all day. 'I am shattered' means 'I need to sleep now.' It is a big word for a big feeling of being tired or a big mess of broken glass. Try to remember the sound: 'shat-terd.' It sounds a bit like the sound of glass breaking! When you see a picture of a broken mirror with many lines, that is a shattered mirror. Don't worry about using it in difficult sentences yet. Just remember: shattered = many small pieces or very, very tired.

At the A2 level, you are starting to use more descriptive words. 'Shattered' is a great word to use instead of always saying 'very broken' or 'very tired.' When you talk about things like glass, mirrors, or plates, 'shattered' tells the listener that the object is completely destroyed. For example, 'The car hit the tree and the glass shattered.' You can also use it to describe how you feel after a long day at school or work. In some countries, like the UK, people say 'I'm shattered' when they have no energy left. It's a bit more informal than 'exhausted.' You might also hear it in simple news reports, like 'The world record was shattered,' which means someone did much better than the old record. Try to use it when you want to sound more like a native speaker. Remember, it's an adjective, so you use it with 'is,' 'are,' 'was,' or 'feel.' 'The vase was shattered' or 'I feel shattered today.' It's a strong word, so use it for big situations!

As a B1 learner, you should be comfortable using 'shattered' in both its physical and figurative senses. Physically, it describes brittle materials that have disintegrated into shards. Figuratively, it is a powerful way to express emotional devastation or extreme physical fatigue. You should understand that 'shattered' carries more weight than 'broken' or 'sad.' If someone's 'dreams are shattered,' it means they have lost all hope of achieving them. If someone is 'shattered' by news, they are deeply shocked and upset. You should also be aware of the regional difference: in British English, 'shattered' is a very common informal word for 'exhausted.' At this level, you can start using it with adverbs like 'completely' or 'absolutely' to add emphasis. 'I was absolutely shattered after the exam.' You should also recognize it in common phrases like 'shattered glass' or 'shattered confidence.' It's a versatile word that helps you express intensity in your speaking and writing.

At the B2 level, you should master the nuances of 'shattered' and be able to use it in more complex sentence structures. You should understand that 'shattered' implies a loss of structural or emotional integrity that is often permanent or very difficult to repair. In academic or professional contexts, you might use it to describe systems or institutions: 'The financial crisis left the banking system shattered.' You should also be able to distinguish between 'shattered' (the state) and 'shattering' (the effect). For instance, 'The news was shattering' (it caused shock) vs. 'He was shattered by the news' (he felt the shock). You should also be familiar with collocations like 'shattered illusions,' 'shattered peace,' and 'shattered reputation.' At this level, you can use 'shattered' to create more vivid imagery in your writing. Instead of saying 'The peace was ended by a noise,' you could say 'The silence was shattered by a sudden blast.' This level of vocabulary shows a more sophisticated command of English and an ability to convey precise emotions and physical states.

For C1 learners, 'shattered' is a tool for precision and stylistic flair. You should be able to use it in a wide variety of metaphorical contexts, such as 'shattered expectations,' 'shattered assumptions,' or 'shattered paradigms.' You should understand its role in literature and journalism to create a sense of drama and finality. You should also be aware of its etymological roots and how the word evokes a sense of 'scattering' or 'dispersement.' At this level, you can use 'shattered' to describe complex psychological states, such as the 'shattered self' in trauma studies. You should also be able to use it with a range of sophisticated adverbs: 'irretrievably shattered,' 'systemically shattered,' or 'emotionally shattered.' You should be comfortable using it in passive constructions to emphasize the object of the destruction: 'The fragile alliance was shattered by a single act of betrayal.' Your use of 'shattered' should reflect an understanding of its intensity and its ability to convey both physical reality and abstract concepts with equal power.

At the C2 level, you should have a near-native command of 'shattered,' using it effortlessly and accurately in all its registers. You should be able to appreciate its use in high-level literature, where it might be used to describe the 'shattered light' of a sunset or the 'shattered echoes' of a distant memory. You should understand the subtle connotations it carries in different English-speaking cultures—from the casual British 'I'm shattered' to the more dramatic American usage. You should be able to use it in complex idiomatic expressions and understand its role in rhetorical devices like hyperbole or metaphor. Your writing should demonstrate an ability to use 'shattered' to evoke specific moods, whether it's the bleakness of a 'shattered landscape' or the poignancy of 'shattered hopes.' At this level, you don't just know what the word means; you know exactly when it is the most effective word to use to achieve a specific communicative goal. You can discuss the nuances between 'shattered,' 'fragmented,' 'disintegrated,' and 'pulverized' with ease, selecting the one that fits the precise context of your discourse.

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Shattered means broken into many small pieces, like glass or ceramic.
It is commonly used to describe feeling extremely tired or exhausted.
It can describe being very upset or disappointed by bad news.
In sports, it describes breaking a record by a very large amount.

The adjective shattered is a powerful and evocative word in the English language, primarily used to describe a state of being broken into numerous small, often sharp, pieces. Its primary physical application refers to brittle materials like glass, ceramic, or hard plastics that do not just break, but explode into fragments upon impact. However, the word's utility extends far beyond the physical realm, finding deep resonance in emotional and physiological contexts. When a person describes themselves as 'shattered,' they are communicating a level of distress or fatigue that goes beyond the ordinary. In a physical sense, it implies a total loss of structural integrity; in a human sense, it implies a total loss of emotional or physical energy.

Physical State: Describes an object that has been smashed into tiny fragments, often implying a sudden and violent force. Unlike 'broken,' which might mean two clean halves, 'shattered' suggests a chaotic destruction.

The stained-glass window was shattered by the stray baseball, leaving colorful shards across the cathedral floor.

Emotional Devastation: Used to describe a person who is profoundly upset, often due to bad news, a breakup, or a significant failure. It suggests that their internal sense of peace or hope has been destroyed.

His confidence was shattered after the harsh critique from his mentor.

Extreme Exhaustion: Common in British and Australian English, it serves as a synonym for 'exhausted' or 'completely worn out.' It implies that the person has no energy left to function.

I've been working twelve-hour shifts all week, and I am absolutely shattered.

The silence of the night was shattered by a sudden, piercing scream from the alleyway.

Her dreams of becoming an Olympic gymnast were shattered when she suffered a career-ending knee injury.

The word often appears in news headlines to describe records being broken by a significant margin, such as 'The world record for the marathon was shattered today.' This usage emphasizes the scale of the achievement, suggesting that the previous record wasn't just beaten, but completely surpassed. Linguistically, 'shattered' functions as the past participle of the verb 'shatter,' but it is most frequently encountered as a standalone adjective. Its versatility makes it a staple in both literary prose and everyday conversation, bridging the gap between technical description and emotional expression. Whether you are describing a car windshield after an accident or your own mental state after a long day of exams, 'shattered' provides a vivid image of fragmentation and loss of wholeness.

Using shattered correctly involves understanding its three main contexts: physical destruction, emotional distress, and extreme tiredness. As an adjective, it usually follows a linking verb like 'be,' 'feel,' or 'look.' For example, 'The vase is shattered,' 'I feel shattered,' or 'You look shattered.' It can also be used as a participle modifying a noun, such as 'shattered glass' or 'shattered dreams.'

Physical Contexts: When describing objects, 'shattered' emphasizes the quantity of pieces. You wouldn't say a wooden chair is shattered (it would be 'broken' or 'splintered'); you use it for things that are brittle.

The phone screen shattered into a spiderweb of cracks when it hit the pavement.

Emotional Contexts: In emotional usage, it often pairs with intensifiers like 'completely,' 'absolutely,' or 'utterly.' It describes a state where someone feels they cannot go on or that their world has fallen apart.

She was shattered by the news of her best friend's sudden departure.

Fatigue Contexts: When used to mean tired, it is predominantly informal. It is more intense than 'tired' and roughly equivalent to 'exhausted' or 'spent.'

After the twenty-mile hike through the mountains, the entire group was shattered.

The shattered remnants of the porcelain doll lay scattered across the nursery floor.

The peace of the morning was shattered by the roar of a low-flying jet.

In academic writing, 'shattered' might be used to describe the breakdown of a political system or an economy, as in 'The war left the nation's infrastructure shattered.' This usage highlights the total collapse of a previously functioning system. In poetry, it is a favorite for describing broken hearts or lost illusions, providing a tactile sense of pain. When you use this word, you are painting a picture of something that cannot easily be put back together. It carries a sense of finality and irreversible damage, which is why it is so effective in dramatic storytelling. Always consider the intensity you wish to convey; if the damage is minor, 'cracked' or 'broken' might be more appropriate, but for total destruction, 'shattered' is the perfect choice.

The word shattered is ubiquitous across various media and social settings, though its meaning shifts slightly depending on the environment. In news broadcasting, you will frequently hear it in the context of crime scenes or accidents. A reporter might say, 'The impact was so severe that the storefront windows were completely shattered.' It is also a staple in sports journalism. When an athlete breaks a long-standing record by a significant margin, commentators will exclaim that the record has been 'shattered,' emphasizing the historic nature of the achievement.

In the Workplace: You might hear a colleague say they are 'shattered' after a particularly grueling project or a long week of meetings. This is especially common in UK-influenced business cultures.

'I'm absolutely shattered after that presentation; I need a long weekend,' sighed the manager.

In Literature and Film: Writers use 'shattered' to describe characters whose lives have been upended. A 'shattered life' or 'shattered reputation' are common tropes in drama and tragedy.

The protagonist stood among the shattered remains of his past, wondering how to rebuild.

In Daily Social Life: In social circles, 'shattered' is used to express deep empathy. If a friend shares bad news, you might respond, 'I'm so sorry, you must be shattered.'

'When she heard the news, she was shattered,' her sister explained to the neighbors.

The shattered glass on the sidewalk was the only evidence of the break-in.

The peace treaty was shattered by a series of border skirmishes.

In medical or psychological contexts, 'shattered' might describe a person's state after a traumatic event, referring to 'shattered assumptions' about the safety of the world. In the world of technology, a 'shattered' file or database refers to one that has been corrupted or fragmented beyond repair. Even in weather reports, you might hear about 'shattered' clouds, though this is more poetic than technical. The word is a versatile tool for describing any state where the whole has been violently or decisively reduced to parts. By paying attention to these different contexts, you can begin to use 'shattered' with the precision and impact of a native speaker.

While shattered is a useful word, it is often misused by learners who confuse it with similar adjectives or apply it to inappropriate contexts. One of the most frequent errors is using 'shattered' for objects that do not break into fragments. For example, a piece of paper or a wooden plank is 'torn' or 'snapped,' but rarely 'shattered' unless it is frozen or extremely brittle.

Confusing 'Broken' and 'Shattered': 'Broken' is a general term. 'Shattered' is specific. If a plate breaks into two pieces, it is broken. If it breaks into fifty pieces, it is shattered.

Incorrect: My pencil shattered when I dropped it. (Correct: My pencil broke/snapped.)

Misusing the 'Tired' Meaning: In American English, using 'shattered' to mean 'tired' can lead to confusion. An American might think you mean you are emotionally devastated rather than just sleepy.

Context: Talking to a US colleague. 'I'm shattered.' (They might ask, 'Oh no, what happened?' thinking you're upset.)

Overusing Intensifiers: 'Shattered' is already an extreme word. While 'absolutely shattered' is common, saying 'very shattered' sounds slightly awkward because 'shattered' is an ungradable adjective.

Awkward: I am very shattered. (Better: I am completely shattered.)

The shattered vase was a family heirloom, making the loss even more painful.

His hopes for a promotion were shattered when the company announced a hiring freeze.

Another mistake is confusing 'shattered' with 'shattering.' 'Shattered' is the state of the object, while 'shattering' is the action or an adjective describing something that causes shattering (e.g., 'a shattering experience'). If you say 'I am shattering,' it sounds like you are currently falling into pieces, which is usually not what you mean. Finally, be careful with the preposition that follows. We are usually 'shattered by' something (an event) or 'shattered into' something (pieces). Using 'shattered with' is less common and often incorrect. By avoiding these pitfalls, you can ensure your use of 'shattered' is both accurate and impactful.

To truly master shattered, it is helpful to compare it with its synonyms and understand the subtle differences in register and meaning. While 'broken' is the most common alternative, it lacks the intensity of 'shattered.' Other words like 'smashed,' 'crushed,' or 'devastated' offer different nuances.

Shattered vs. Smashed: 'Smashed' often implies a more violent, intentional action. You smash a window with a hammer. 'Shattered' describes the resulting state of the glass, regardless of how it happened.

The car was smashed in the collision, and the windshield was shattered.

Shattered vs. Devastated: In emotional contexts, 'devastated' is a close synonym. However, 'shattered' often feels more personal and internal, while 'devastated' can describe a larger area or a whole community (e.g., 'the city was devastated by the earthquake').

She was devastated by the loss of her home, and her spirit was shattered.

Shattered vs. Exhausted: 'Exhausted' is the standard term for being very tired. 'Shattered' is more informal and carries a stronger sense of being 'broken' by work or effort.

I'm too exhausted to cook, I'm absolutely shattered.

The shattered pieces of the mirror reflected a thousand distorted versions of the room.

The economy was shattered by years of hyperinflation and corruption.

Other interesting alternatives include 'knackered' (very informal British slang for tired), 'spent' (having no energy left), and 'broken-hearted' (specifically for romantic or deep personal loss). By choosing the right synonym, you can tailor your message to the specific situation and audience. 'Shattered' remains one of the most versatile and descriptive options in this family of words, offering a unique blend of physical imagery and emotional depth that few other words can match.

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

"The infrastructure was shattered by the conflict."

ニュートラル

"The window was shattered during the storm."

カジュアル

"I'm shattered, I'm going to bed."

Child friendly

"The toy fell and was shattered into little bits."

スラング

"I'm totally shattered, mate."

豆知識

The word 'shatter' and 'scatter' come from the same linguistic root, which is why they both involve things going in many directions!

発音ガイド

UK /ˈʃæt.əd/

US /ˈʃæt̬.ɚd/

The stress is on the first syllable: SHAT-tered.

韻が合う語

battered scattered clattered flattered tattered mattered pattered spattered

よくある間違い

Pronouncing the 'ed' as a separate syllable /ɪd/.
Using a long 'a' sound like in 'father'.
Forgetting the 't' sound in the middle.
Pronouncing it like 'shattered' but with a 'ch' sound.
Misplacing the stress on the second syllable.

難易度

読解 3/5

Easy to understand in context of physical objects.

ライティング 4/5

Requires care to use the figurative meanings correctly.

スピーキング 3/5

Common in everyday speech in some dialects.

リスニング 3/5

Distinct sound, usually clear in audio.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

broken tired glass pieces sad

次に学ぶ

exhausted devastated fragmented disintegrated pulverized

上級

irreparable catastrophic shards brittle integrity

知っておくべき文法

Adjectives ending in -ed

Shattered describes a feeling or state resulting from an action.

Ungradable Adjectives

We use 'absolutely' or 'completely' with shattered, not 'very'.

Passive Voice

The record was shattered (by the athlete).

Linking Verbs

He looks/feels/seems shattered.

Participle as Adjective

The shattered mirror (modifying the noun).

レベル別の例文

The glass is shattered on the floor.

Le verre est brisé en mille morceaux sur le sol.

Adjective after 'is'.

I am shattered after the long walk.

Je suis épuisé après la longue marche.

Informal use meaning 'very tired'.

The window was shattered by the ball.

La fenêtre a été brisée par la balle.

Passive voice.

He looks shattered today.

Il a l'air épuisé aujourd'hui.

Used with the linking verb 'looks'.

Be careful of the shattered mirror.

Fais attention au miroir brisé.

Adjective before a noun.

The plate shattered when it fell.

L'assiette s'est brisée quand elle est tombée.

Used as a verb here (past tense).

My phone screen is shattered.

L'écran de mon téléphone est brisé.

Common modern usage.

She felt shattered after the game.

Elle se sentait épuisée après le match.

Used with 'felt'.

The world record was shattered by the runner.

Le record du monde a été pulvérisé par le coureur.

Metaphorical use for records.

I was absolutely shattered after the flight.

J'étais absolument épuisé après le vol.

Use of 'absolutely' for emphasis.

The peace was shattered by a loud noise.

La paix a été brisée par un bruit fort.

Abstract noun 'peace' as subject.

She was shattered when she lost her cat.

Elle était dévastée quand elle a perdu son chat.

Emotional context.

The shattered glass was everywhere.

Le verre brisé était partout.

Attributive adjective.

His confidence was shattered after the test.

Sa confiance a été brisée après le test.

Metaphorical use for 'confidence'.

The vase shattered into a thousand pieces.

Le vase s'est brisé en mille morceaux.

Verb phrase 'shattered into'.

You look completely shattered; go to bed.

Tu as l'air complètement épuisé ; va te coucher.

Imperative following the adjective.

Her dreams of traveling were shattered by the war.

Ses rêves de voyage ont été brisés par la guerre.

Passive construction with 'by'.

The company's reputation was shattered by the scandal.

La réputation de l'entreprise a été brisée par le scandale.

Metaphorical use in business.

I'm shattered; I've been on my feet all day.

Je suis épuisé ; j'ai été debout toute la journée.

Informal idiom for exhaustion.

The silence of the forest was shattered by a gunshot.

Le silence de la forêt a été brisé par un coup de feu.

Literary usage.

He was shattered to find out he didn't get the job.

Il était dévasté d'apprendre qu'il n'avait pas eu le travail.

Followed by an infinitive phrase.

The windshield was shattered, but the driver was okay.

Le pare-brise était brisé, mais le conducteur allait bien.

Contrastive sentence with 'but'.

They were left shattered by the tragic news.

Ils ont été laissés dévastés par la nouvelle tragique.

Passive with 'left'.

The ice on the lake shattered under his weight.

La glace sur le lac s'est brisée sous son poids.

Physical description of brittle material.

The economic stability of the region was shattered by the crisis.

La stabilité économique de la région a été brisée par la crise.

Formal/Academic context.

Her illusions about the industry were quickly shattered.

Ses illusions sur l'industrie ont été rapidement brisées.

Common collocation 'shattered illusions'.

The impact was so great that the safety glass shattered.

L'impact était si grand que le verre de sécurité s'est brisé.

Technical context.

He felt shattered, both physically and emotionally.

Il se sentait brisé, tant physiquement qu'émotionnellement.

Dual meaning in one sentence.

The peace treaty was shattered by the surprise attack.

Le traité de paix a été brisé par l'attaque surprise.

Political context.

The old man's health was shattered by years of hard labor.

La santé du vieil homme a été brisée par des années de travail acharné.

Describing health/well-being.

The vase lay shattered on the floor, a reminder of the argument.

Le vase gisait brisé sur le sol, un rappel de la dispute.

Participial phrase.

The world's perception of the leader was shattered by the leaks.

La perception du monde envers le leader a été brisée par les fuites.

Abstract subject 'perception'.

The prevailing paradigm was shattered by the new scientific discovery.

Le paradigme dominant a été brisé par la nouvelle découverte scientifique.

High-level academic usage.

She stood amidst the shattered remains of her former life.

Elle se tenait au milieu des restes brisés de son ancienne vie.

Poetic/Literary usage.

The silence was not just broken; it was shattered into a thousand echoes.

Le silence n'était pas seulement rompu ; il était brisé en mille échos.

Emphasis through contrast.

His reputation, once pristine, now lay shattered beyond repair.

Sa réputation, autrefois immaculée, gisait désormais brisée au-delà de toute réparation.

Appositive phrase and 'beyond repair'.

The trauma left her with a shattered sense of security.

Le traumatisme l'a laissée avec un sentiment de sécurité brisé.

Psychological context.

The glass ceiling was finally shattered by her appointment as CEO.

Le plafond de verre a enfin été brisé par sa nomination au poste de PDG.

Idiomatic use: 'shatter the glass ceiling'.

The morning light was shattered by the thick, dark foliage.

La lumière du matin était brisée par le feuillage épais et sombre.

Descriptive/Artistic usage.

The unity of the party was shattered by internal dissent.

L'unité du parti a été brisée par la dissension interne.

Sociopolitical context.

The ontological foundations of the theory were shattered by the critique.

Les fondements ontologiques de la théorie ont été brisés par la critique.

Highly specialized academic context.

He spoke with the weary tone of a man whose spirit had been utterly shattered.

Il parlait avec le ton las d'un homme dont l'esprit avait été totalement brisé.

Complex relative clause.

The stillness of the lake was shattered by the skip of a single stone.

Le calme du lac a été brisé par le ricochet d'une seule pierre.

Nuanced descriptive writing.

Their hopes were shattered on the jagged rocks of reality.

Leurs espoirs se sont brisés sur les rochers escarpés de la réalité.

Extended metaphor.

The fragile peace of the valley was shattered by the industrial boom.

La paix fragile de la vallée a été brisée par le boom industriel.

Historical/Sociological context.

The narrative was shattered by a series of jarring flashbacks.

Le récit a été brisé par une série de flashbacks discordants.

Literary/Media criticism.

Her composure was shattered, revealing the raw grief beneath.

Son calme a été brisé, révélant le chagrin brut en dessous.

Participial phrase for effect.

The myth of invincibility was shattered in the first minutes of the battle.

Le mythe de l'invincibilité a été brisé dès les premières minutes de la bataille.

Abstract concept as subject.

よく使う組み合わせ

shattered glass

shattered dreams

absolutely shattered

shattered confidence

shattered peace

shattered reputation

shattered record

shattered illusions

shattered remains

feel shattered

よく使うフレーズ

shattered into pieces

shattered to the core

shattered nerves

shattered lives

shattered window

shattered heart

shattered silence

shattered hope

shattered glass ceiling

shattered health

よく混同される語

shattered vs broken

Broken is general; shattered means in many tiny pieces.

shattered vs cracked

Cracked means a line is showing but it's still in one piece.

shattered vs shivering

Shivering is shaking from cold; shattered is broken or tired.

慣用句と表現

"shatter the glass ceiling"

To break through an invisible barrier that prevents women or minorities from rising to upper-level positions.

She shattered the glass ceiling when she became the first female Prime Minister.

Professional/Journalistic

"shatter someone's illusions"

To make someone realize that something they believed was true is actually false.

The documentary shattered my illusions about the fashion industry.

Neutral

"shatter the silence"

To make a loud noise that interrupts a quiet period.

The alarm shattered the silence of the early morning.

Literary

"shatter expectations"

To do much better or much worse than people thought you would.

The new movie shattered expectations at the box office.

Neutral

"shattered to pieces"

Used figuratively to mean extremely upset.

When he left, she was shattered to pieces.

Informal

"shatter a record"

To beat a previous best performance by a significant amount.

The swimmer shattered the world record by three seconds.

Sports

"shattered nerves"

A state of extreme mental exhaustion or anxiety.

After the car accident, he suffered from shattered nerves.

Neutral

"shatter the peace"

To cause a disturbance in a quiet or harmonious situation.

The construction work shattered the peace of the neighborhood.

Neutral

"shattered dreams"

The complete loss of one's goals or aspirations.

The closing of the factory meant shattered dreams for many workers.

Literary

"shattered into a thousand pieces"

An emphatic way to describe something being completely destroyed.

The vase hit the marble floor and shattered into a thousand pieces.

Neutral

間違えやすい

shattered vs shattering

Both come from 'shatter'.

Shattering is the cause or the action; shattered is the result or the feeling.

The news was shattering; I was shattered.

shattered vs scattered

Similar sound and origin.

Scattered means spread out over an area; shattered means broken into pieces.

The seeds were scattered; the glass was shattered.

shattered vs splintered

Both mean broken into pieces.

Splintered is usually for wood or bone; shattered is for glass or ceramic.

The wood splintered; the mirror shattered.

shattered vs battered

Rhyming words.

Battered means hit repeatedly or covered in dough; shattered means broken into pieces.

The old car was battered; the window was shattered.

shattered vs tattered

Rhyming words.

Tattered means torn and in poor condition (usually clothes); shattered means broken into pieces.

His clothes were tattered; his dreams were shattered.

文型パターン

The [object] is shattered.

The cup is shattered.

I feel shattered after [activity].

I feel shattered after school.

My [abstract noun] was shattered by [event].

My confidence was shattered by the loss.

The [object] shattered into [number] pieces.

The vase shattered into a thousand pieces.

To be left shattered by [complex event].

They were left shattered by the sudden economic downturn.

The [noun] lay shattered, a testament to [concept].

The city lay shattered, a testament to the war's brutality.

It was a shattered [noun].

It was a shattered dream.

[Subject] shattered the [noun].

The news shattered the peace.

語族

名詞

動詞

形容詞

使い方

frequency

Common in both spoken and written English.

よくある間違い

I am very shattered. → I am absolutely shattered.
Shattered is an extreme adjective, so it pairs with 'absolutely'.
The paper was shattered. → The paper was torn.
Paper is not brittle, so it cannot shatter.
The glass shatered. → The glass shattered.
Missing the second 't'.
I feel shattering. → I feel shattered.
Shattering is the action; shattered is the feeling.
The record was broken into pieces. → The record was shattered.
In sports, we use 'shattered' to mean beaten by a lot, not literally in pieces.

ヒント

Intensity

Use shattered when you want to emphasize that something is completely destroyed, not just slightly damaged.

Collocations

Learn 'shattered dreams' and 'shattered glass' as fixed pairs.

The 'ed' sound

Remember it's a 'd' sound, not 'id'.

UK English

Use it freely to mean 'tired' if you are in the UK or Australia.

Metaphors

Use it for abstract things like 'peace' or 'silence' to make your writing more vivid.

Adverbs

Always use 'absolutely' or 'completely' for emphasis.

Double T

Don't forget the two 't's in the middle.

Context Clues

Look for words like 'glass' or 'work' to know which meaning is being used.

Empathy

Saying 'You must be shattered' is a great way to show you care about someone's hard work.

Avoid Overuse

Because it's a strong word, don't use it for small things like a broken pencil.

暗記しよう

記憶術

Think of a 'Shattered' 'Statue' that 'Scattered' into pieces. The 'S' sounds help you link the words.

視覚的連想

Imagine a mirror with a spiderweb of cracks. Each crack is a piece of the 'shattered' whole.

Word Web

Glass Tired Dreams Record Mirror Exhausted Broken Shards

チャレンジ

Try to use 'shattered' in three different ways today: once for an object, once for your energy level, and once for a news story.

語源

Derived from the Middle English word 'schateren', which meant to scatter or dash to pieces. It is a variant of 'skateren'.

元の意味： To scatter or strike so as to break into pieces.

Germanic (Old English roots)

文化的な背景

Be careful using 'shattered' to describe people unless you know they are okay with the intensity of the word.

Common in UK/Australia for 'tired'; more literal/emotional in the US.

'Shattered' by The Rolling Stones (song) 'Shattered Dreams' by Johnny Hates Jazz (song) The 'Glass Ceiling' metaphor in politics.

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実際の使用場面

Accidents

shattered windshield
shattered glass
shattered bones
shattered impact

Sports

shattered the record
shattered expectations
shattered confidence
shattered dreams

Emotions

shattered by the news
feel shattered
shattered heart
shattered life

Work/Fatigue

absolutely shattered
look shattered
shattered after work
feeling shattered

Nature/Environment

shattered peace
shattered silence
shattered rocks
shattered light

会話のきっかけ

"Have you ever shattered something valuable by accident?"

"When was the last time you felt absolutely shattered after a long day?"

"Do you think a shattered relationship can ever be truly fixed?"

"Which world record would you most like to see shattered?"

"How do you cope when your expectations are shattered?"

日記のテーマ

Describe a time when a piece of news left you feeling shattered. How did you recover?

Write about a physical object that was shattered. What did the pieces look like?

Reflect on the 'glass ceiling' metaphor. Have you seen it shattered in your own life or country?

Imagine a world where nothing could be shattered. How would that change things?

Write a poem using the word 'shattered' to describe the end of a season.

よくある質問

10 問

It is better to say 'completely shattered' or 'absolutely shattered' because 'shattered' is an extreme adjective.

No, it can be used for ceramics, hard plastics, and figuratively for emotions, fatigue, and records.

When it means 'tired', it is informal. When it means 'broken into pieces', it is neutral.

Shattered implies many more pieces and more total destruction than broken.

Yes, to mean they are very tired or very upset.

Yes, but less commonly for 'tired' than in British English.

It means a sports record that was beaten by a large amount.

Yes, 'a shattered heart' is a common romantic metaphor.

It is 'shatteringly'.

It can be both. 'The glass shattered' (verb) or 'The glass is shattered' (adjective).