Freno
Definition
(noun) Mechanism that stops or slows movement
Examples
“El conductor pisó el freno justo a tiempo para evitar un accidente en la intersección.”
“No toques el freno.”
Don't touch the brake.
“El freno de la bici chirría desde ayer.”
The bike's brake has been squeaking since yesterday.
“En la curva de la cuesta, Marta apretó el freno y bajó despacio.”
On the bend in the hill, Marta squeezed the brake and went down slowly.
“Ese freno de mano se quedó pegado toda la mañana en el taller de Luis.”
That hand brake stayed stuck all morning in Luis's shop.
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Other Spanish words at this level include Diseñador, Preguntarse, Lo Que Sea, Por cierto, and Ver. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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