B1nountransport
US/breɪk/
UK/breɪk/
a part of a vehicle that you press to make it slow down or stop
In context
He pressed the brake when the light turned red.
The brakes on my bike are old and need to be replaced.
She slammed on the brakes to avoid hitting the dog.
Words that go with brake
verb + noun
- hit the brakesThe driver hit the brakes just in time.
verb + preposition
- slam on the brakesHe slammed on the brakes at the corner.
- put the brakes onThe city put the brakes on the project.
noun + noun
- brake pedalKeep your foot on the brake pedal.
- brake fluidThe mechanic checked the brake fluid.
adjective + noun
- emergency brakePull the emergency brake if the car rolls back.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The break of my car is broken.Correct: The brakes on my car are broken.