take apart

• Etwas in seine Einzelteile zerlegen, oft um es zu reparieren, zu reinigen oder zu analysieren; auch eine Aussage oder ein Werk kritisch analysieren.

To disassemble or separate something into its individual pieces or components, often for repair, cleaning, or analysis.

1. DisassembleB1informal

   To separate something into its component parts.

   Auseinandernehmen

   • He took apart the old radio to see how it worked.
   • The mechanic took apart the engine to find the problem.
   • She took apart the toy to clean it.

2. Criticize severelyB2informal

   To criticize someone or something harshly or in great detail.

   Scharf kritisieren

   • The critic took apart the movie in his review.
   • The boss took apart his proposal during the meeting.
   • She took apart his argument point by point.