brake light
[/breɪk laɪt/]
nounpl: brake lights
luz de freio
1. A red light on the rear of a vehicle that illuminates when the brakes are applied, signaling to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down or stopping
The brake light on my car stopped working, so I had to get it repaired.
A luz de freio do meu carro parou de funcionar, então tive que mandar consertar.
2. The lamp assembly or bulb that produces this warning light
I need to replace the brake light bulb in the rear bumper.
Preciso trocar a lâmpada da luz de freio no para-choque traseiro.
In Brazil, brake lights are mandatory safety features regulated by traffic laws (Código de Trânsito Brasileiro). Vehicle inspections (vistoria) specifically check for functioning brake lights. In the USA, brake light violations can result in traffic citations. The visibility of brake lights is critical for road safety and is emphasized in driver education in both countries.
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