How to Say "restraints" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “restraints” is “frenos” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
nounA2
things that stop or slow down progress
Examples
Tienes que revisar los frenos de la bicicleta.
You have to check the bicycle's brakes.
El conductor pisó los frenos de repente.
The driver hit the brakes suddenly.
Always Masculine
Even though it ends in 's', this word is masculine. Use 'los' or 'unos' with it.
Brake vs Break
Mistake: “Using 'frenos' to mean 'a rest period' (like a coffee break).”
Correction: Use 'descanso' for a rest break. 'Frenos' only refers to stopping movement.
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