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front brake

[/frʌnt breɪk/]
nounpl: front brakes
freio dianteiro
1. The braking system located on the front wheel(s) of a vehicle, responsible for slowing down or stopping the vehicle
The front brake is crucial for safe stopping in bicycles and motorcycles.
O freio dianteiro é crucial para uma parada segura em bicicletas e motocicletas.
2. In automobiles, the brake assembly mounted on the front axle that provides the majority of stopping power
Modern cars distribute about 70% of braking force to the front brakes.
Carros modernos distribuem cerca de 70% da força de frenagem para os freios dianteiros.
Synonyms
front wheel brakeanterior brake
Antonyms
rear brakeback brake

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
freio dianteiro
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
freio dianteiro
Same as general Brazilian usage
Portugal
travão dianteiro
Portuguese uses 'travão' instead of 'freio' for brake

Related Idioms & Phrases

to hit the front brakes
front brake failure
lock up the front brakes
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