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My car broke down! I need a mechanic!

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Sentence

Narrator

My car broke down! I need a mechanic!

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

If your car breaks down, you should call a mechanic immediately.

Describing Habits

I always make sure to have a trusted mechanic's number handy, just in case my car breaks down.

Asking About Others

Has your car ever broken down unexpectedly?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If my car broke down on a deserted road, I'd be in trouble.

Rephrased versions

Formal

My automobile has malfunctioned. I require the services of a mechanic.

Casual

My car crapped out! I need someone to fix it.

Simpler English

My car is broken. I need a car repair person.

Phrases to learn

broke down

Stopped functioning; malfunctioned .

need a mechanic

Require the services of a person skilled in repairing vehicles.