rip
word
/ˈɹɪp/
rip
/ɹˈɪp/
rip
Definition
To tear something quickly or forcefully, often by pulling it apart. It can also mean to remove something suddenly with force.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for paper, clothes, or packaging: 'rip a page', 'rip your jeans', 'rip open a bag'. 'Tear' is often slightly more neutral, while 'rip' sounds stronger, quicker, or more violent. 'Rip off' is a separate phrasal verb that can mean remove quickly or cheat someone.
Spanish: rasgar - arrancar bruscamentePortuguese (BR): rasgar - arrancar com forçaPortuguese (PT): rasgar - arrancar com forçaChinese (Simplified): 撕破 - 猛扯下Chinese (Traditional): 撕破 - 猛扯下Hindi: फाड़ना - झटके से खींचकर निकालनाArabic: يمزّق - ينتزع بعنفBengali: ছিঁড়ে ফেলা - ছিঁড়ে নেওয়াRussian: порвать - разорвать - срыватьJapanese: 引き裂く - 破るVietnamese: xé - xé rách - giật raKorean: 찢다 - 뜯어내다Turkish: yırtmak - koparmakUrdu: پھاڑنا - چیر دیناIndonesian: xé - giật ra - xé toạc
Example Sentences
Be careful not to rip the paper.
basic
He ripped his shirt on the fence.
basic
She ripped the photo in half.
basic
I couldn't open the box, so I just ripped it open.
natural
The wind ripped the umbrella out of my hands.
natural
He ripped the bandage off without warning.
natural