frein

This is the 4360th most frequent French word.

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frein

Brake.


Here, 'frein' is used to denote a vehicle's brake system component.

Le conducteur a appuyé sur le frein pour éviter la collision.

The driver pressed the brake to avoid the collision.


In this sentence, 'frein' metaphorically represents something that prevents or restricts actions.

Elle a mis un frein à sa dépense excessive pour économiser.

She put a brake on her excessive spending to save.


Here, 'frein' symbolizes a restraining factor between competitive entities.

Les deux équipes se sont incarnées dans un frein mutuel pendant le match.

The two teams engaged in a mutual brake during the match.