Refers to the mechanical device for slowing or stopping a vehicle or machine.
The car's brakes stopped working.
Figurative use: something that slows or halts a process, behavior, or development. Often used in phrases like ブレーキをかける (to put the brakes on something).
The government announced policies to put the brakes on inflation.
I thought it was dangerous and slammed on the brake.
The economic recovery hit a snag.
On rainy days the brakes don't work as well.
This bicycle's brakes are weak and it's scary to ride.
I released the brake before leaving the parking lot.
air brake