坍塌

坍塌

Collapse.

坍塌 is used as the main verb to describe the action of collapsing due to external factors in a physical structure.

建筑物由于地震而坍塌，造成了许多伤亡。

The building collapsed due to the earthquake, causing many casualties.

坍塌 metaphorically describes the failure or demise of a plan or strategy.

这个计划由于缺乏资金支持而坍塌了。

This plan collapsed due to lack of funding support.

坍塌 is used as an ongoing state describing the deterioration in the physical structure when observed.

小屋的屋顶已经开始坍塌，看来需要进行修理。

The roof of the cottage has already started to collapse; it seems repairs are needed.