No. 2,943 in French
freiner
To brake or slow down.
In a sentence
Il faut freiner doucement à l'approche du feu rouge.
You should brake gently when approaching the red light.
Here, 'freiner' is used in the context of driving, meaning to reduce the speed of a vehicle by applying the brakes.
Les nouvelles réglementations pourraient freiner l'innovation dans le secteur.
The new regulations could hinder innovation in the sector.
Here, 'freiner' is used metaphorically to mean to slow down or hinder progress.
Elle essaie de freiner ses émotions pour paraître plus calme.
She tries to restrain her emotions to appear calmer.
In this sentence, 'freiner' is employed to express holding back or controlling one's emotions.
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