estar roto

to be broken

estar roto(ehs-tahr rroh-toh)

intransitive verb phrase

1. (to be split)

a. to be broken

Ten cuidado porque ese travesaño está roto.

Be careful because that rung is broken.

2. (to be ripped)

a. to be torn

Se me enganchó la camisa en un clavo y está rota.

My shirt got snagged on a nail and it's torn.

3. (not to be functioning)

a. to be broken

Ese reloj está roto y no funciona.

That clock is broken and it doesn't work.

4. (to be exhausted)

a. to be worn out

He tenido un día muy duro y estoy roto.

I've had a very tough day and am worn out.