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UK//pʊt jɔːr fʊt ɒn ðə breɪk//US//pʊt jʊr fʊt ɑn ðə breɪk//

Meaning of Put your foot on the brake

To activate the brake of a vehicle using your foot to slow down or stop.

In simple words: Press the brake pedal of a vehicle to slow down or stop.

Put your foot on the brake in a sentence

  • He had to quickly put his foot on the brake to avoid hitting the deer.
  • Make sure to put your foot on the brake before shifting gears.
  • During the lesson, the instructor reminded her to put her foot on the brake when approaching the stop sign.
  • As the light turned red, she instinctively put her foot on the brake.
  • It's important to put your foot on the brake if you feel you're losing control of the vehicle.

How to use Put your foot on the brake

This phrase is often used in driving contexts. It's appropriate for teaching driving instructions. Avoid using it in non-driving contexts.

Grammar pattern

put + object + on + the + brake

Memory hint

Think of a foot pressing down to 'brake' or stop a speeding car.

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Collocations with Put your foot on the brake

Synonyms for Put your foot on the brake

Common mistakes with Put your foot on the brake

  • Confusing 'brake' with 'break' which means to smash or separate.
  • Using 'foot' when referring to other body parts.
  • Saying 'on brake' instead of 'on the brake'.

Compare Put your foot on the brake with Slow down, Stop, Halt, Pause

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Frequently asked questions about Put your foot on the brake

What does Put your foot on the brake mean?

Press the brake pedal of a vehicle to slow down or stop.

What is the definition of Put your foot on the brake?

To activate the brake of a vehicle using your foot to slow down or stop.

How do you use Put your foot on the brake in a sentence?

He had to quickly put his foot on the brake to avoid hitting the deer.

Can you give another example of Put your foot on the brake?

Make sure to put your foot on the brake before shifting gears.

What are synonyms for Put your foot on the brake?

Common alternatives include decelerate, slow down, stop, halt, pause.

What words go with Put your foot on the brake?

It commonly pairs with put your foot on the brake, press the brake, apply the brake, hit the brake, slam on the brake.

What are common mistakes when using Put your foot on the brake?

Confusing 'brake' with 'break' which means to smash or separate. Using 'foot' when referring to other body parts. Saying 'on brake' instead of 'on the brake'.

How do you pronounce Put your foot on the brake?

US: //pʊt jʊr fʊt ɑn ðə breɪk//, UK: //pʊt jɔːr fʊt ɒn ðə breɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Put your foot on the brake?

This phrase is often used in driving contexts. It's appropriate for teaching driving instructions. Avoid using it in non-driving contexts.