yellow light

• Señal de tráfico que se enciende en ámbar para avisar a los conductores de que el semáforo va a cambiar a rojo, indicando que deben prepararse para detenerse. En sentido figurado, también puede significar una advertencia o una señal de precaución en cualquier situación.

A traffic signal that illuminates yellow to warn drivers that the light is about to turn red, indicating they should prepare to stop. Figuratively, it can also refer to a warning sign or cautionary signal in any situation.

1. Traffic signalA2formal

   A yellow traffic light that warns drivers to slow down and prepare to stop before the light turns red.

   luz amarilla del semáforo

   • He slowed down when he saw the yellow light.
   • The yellow light means caution, not speed up.
   • She stopped safely at the yellow light.

2. Warning or cautionB2informal

   A figurative signal indicating that caution or careful consideration is needed before proceeding.

   luz amarilla (sentido figurado)

   • The company's financial report was a yellow light for investors.
   • His hesitation was a yellow light that something was wrong.
   • The warning signs were a yellow light for the project team.