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.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stop lighttail lightrear lightwarning light

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
luz de freio
most common and standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
luz de freio / lanterna vermelha
both terms used interchangeably
São Paulo
luz de freio
standard usage in most urban areas
Portugal
luz de travão / luz vermelha traseira
Portuguese term uses 'travão' instead of 'freio'

Related Words

headlighttaillightbrake pedalbraking systemtraffic signalvehicle safety

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the brakes
brake light out
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