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Smithereens Meaning in English

word

ˌsmɪðɝˈinz
smi-thur-EENZ
smˈɪθəɹˌiːnz
smi-thuh-REENZ

释义

Small pieces resulting from something being smashed, destroyed, or broken apart. Typically used after an explosion or strong impact.

用法与细微差别

Always plural and informal. Commonly used in the phrase 'blown to smithereens.' Suggests total destruction into tiny pieces; rarely used for living things. May sound a bit dramatic or vivid in storytelling.

例句

The cup fell and broke into smithereens.

basic

He dropped his phone and it shattered to smithereens.

basic

The vase exploded into smithereens.

basic

The building was blown to smithereens in the explosion.

natural

She accidentally stepped on her glasses and crushed them to smithereens.

natural

If you drop that mirror, it'll be smithereens in seconds.

natural