el freno
the brake
Example Sentence
Pisa el freno suave al bajar la cuesta.
Press the brake gently when going downhill.
Meaning
El freno is the brake of a vehicle, the part you press to slow down or stop. It can also refer to braking as an action in context.
Common Phrases
- pisar el freno — to press the brake
- frenar suave — to brake gently
Example
Pisa el freno con cuidado en la bajada.
Press the brake carefully on the downhill.
Common Mistake
Avoid literal translations like presionar el freno; in everyday driving Spanish, pisar el freno sounds more natural.