How is the word frein translated from French to English

English translation
brake
noun

Dispositif qui ralentit ou arrête un véhicule.

The device that slows or stops a vehicle.

Examples with “frein”

See how the word “frein” is used in sentences

  • Le frein a lâché dans la descente. — The brake failed on the steep hill.

  • Elle a freiné brusquement pour éviter le chien. — She braked hard to avoid the dog.

  • Il a appuyé sur le frein bien trop tard. — He pressed the brake far too late.

  • Il faut freiner avant le virage, pas dedans. — You should brake before the turn, not in it.

  • Quelle pédale est le frein ? — Which pedal is the brake?

  • Freine doucement sur route mouillée. — Brake gently on wet roads.

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