TubeTalk Pronunciation

How to pronounce “brake”

Hear “brake” in real YouTube speech, then study definitions and example sentence snippets.

Pronunciation guide for brake

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of brake with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Deskboundpicked up that hip is that you were playing what we call "Gas-O Brake-O." Your body has
Definition summary: A device used to slow or stop the motion of a wheel, or of a vehicle, usually by friction (although other resistive forces, such as electromagnetic fields or aerodynamic drag, can also be used); also, the controls or apparatus used to engage such a mechanism such as the pedal in a car. [from 18th c.]

Example 1 of 8

Deskbound

picked up that hip is that you were playing what we call "Gas-O Brake-O." Your body has

[Noun]
A device used to slow or stop the motion of a wheel, or of a vehicle, usually by friction (although other resistive forces, such as electromagnetic fields or aerodynamic drag, can also be used); also, the controls or apparatus used to engage such a mechanism such as the pedal in a car. [from 18th c.]
(military) An ancient engine of war analogous to the crossbow and ballista.
(chiefly nautical) The handle of a pump.
A baker’s kneading trough.
A device used to confine or prevent the motion of an animal.
That part of a carriage, as of a movable battery, or engine, which enables it to turn.
[Verb]
(intransitive) To operate a brake or brakes.
(intransitive) To be stopped or slowed (as if) by braking.