dar un frenazo
to brake
In English, 'dar un frenazo' translates to 'to brake'. This phrase is typically used in the context of operating a vehicle. When a driver 'da un frenazo', they are applying the brakes sharply or suddenly, often to avoid a collision or an obstacle on the road.
Example sentences using: dar un frenazo
El coche tuvo que dar un frenazo para evitar al niño en la carretera.
The car had to brake hard to avoid the child on the road.
This sentence is an example of an unexpected situation where the driver has to brake hard in order to avoid hitting a child that unexpectedly appeared on the road.
Cuando vio la luz roja, el conductor dio un frenazo.
When he saw the red light, the driver slammed on the brakes.
This sentence describes a situation where the driver applies the brakes harshly after seeing a red light, indicating a swift stop to adhere to traffic rules.
Si no hubiera dado un frenazo, hubiera chocado con el árbol.
If he hadn't slammed on the brakes, he would have crashed into the tree.
This sentence expresses a hypothetical situation where a potential accident was avoided thanks to a 'frenazo' or hard braking.