pit stop

• Parada breve durante un viaje, especialmente para repostar, comer o ir al baño. Originalmente del automovilismo, donde significa una parada rápida para repostar y cambiar neumáticos durante una carrera.

A brief stop made during a journey, especially for refueling, eating, or using the restroom. Originally from motorsports, where it refers to a quick stop for fuel and tire changes during a race.

1. Racing stopB1formal

   A brief stop made by a racing car during a race for refueling, tire changes, or repairs.

   Parada en boxes

   • The driver made a quick pit stop to change tires.
   • A well-timed pit stop can win the race.
   • The team practiced their pit stop routine for hours.

2. Brief breakB1informal

   A short stop during a journey for rest, food, or fuel.

   Parada breve

   • We made a pit stop at a gas station for snacks.
   • Let's take a pit stop before the next long stretch of road.
   • The family made a pit stop at a roadside diner.