B1
brake vs break
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| brakenoun/breɪk/ | Meaning a part of a vehicle that you press to make it slow down or stop | Goes with hit the brakes | Example She slammed on the brakes to avoid hitting the dog. |
| breaknoun/breɪk/ | Meaning a short rest from work or study | Goes with — | Example Let's take a short break and have some coffee. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The driver hit the just in time.