brake
US /breɪk/
UK /breɪk/
1.
freio
a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, typically by applying pressure to the wheels
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She pressed the brake pedal firmly.
Ela pressionou o pedal do freio firmemente.
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The car's brakes squealed as it came to a sudden stop.
Os freios do carro guincharam quando ele parou de repente.
1.
frear
to slow down or stop a vehicle by using a brake
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He had to brake suddenly to avoid hitting the deer.
Ele teve que frear de repente para evitar bater no cervo.
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The driver failed to brake in time and caused an accident.
O motorista não conseguiu frear a tempo e causou um acidente.