kaput
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Adj — Broken, ruined, or no longer working.
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Etymology
Borrowed from German kaputt ("broken"), which came from French capot, a term from the card game piquet describing a player who wins no tricks at all.
Full origin of kaput →Frequently asked questions
What does “kaput” mean?
The word “kaput” means broken, ruined, or no longer working. In plain terms, completely broken or finished — informal way of saying something no longer works.
How do you pronounce “kaput”?
“Kaput” is pronounced kuh-PUUT (/kəˈpʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “kaput” in a sentence?
Here is “kaput” used in a sentence: “The washing machine is kaput again.”
What part of speech is “kaput”?
“Kaput” is an adjective.
Where does the word “kaput” come from?
The word “kaput” comes from French. Borrowed from German kaputt ("broken"), which came from French capot, a term from the card game piquet describing a player who wins no tricks at all.