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Brake Meaning in English

word

/ˈbɹeɪk/
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/bɹˈeɪk/
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释义

A brake is a device used to slow down or stop a vehicle or machine. As a verb, it means to use that device to reduce speed or stop.

用法与细微差别

Most commonly used for cars and bikes: 'hit the brake(s)', 'slam on the brakes', 'brake pedal'. In everyday English, the noun is often plural when talking about a car system: 'the brakes'. Do not confuse 'brake' with 'break'.

例句

The driver pressed the brake quickly.

basic

My bike brakes are too old.

basic

You should brake before the turn.

basic

I had to slam on the brakes when a dog ran into the road.

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If the road is wet, brake gently.

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The car started making a weird noise every time I hit the brake.

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