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Yield Sign

Slow down and give right-of-way to traffic and pedestrians

Yield Sign road sign — Downward-pointing triangle with red border and white background
Triangle (point down)
Shape
Regulatory
Category

What to do

Slow down, be prepared to stop if necessary. Let other vehicles or pedestrians go first.

Tips

Yield means let others go first, but you don't always have to stop completely.

Common mistake

Stopping when not necessary or failing to yield when required

Frequently asked questions

What does the Yield Sign mean?

Slow down and give right-of-way to traffic and pedestrians

What should you do at a Yield Sign?

Slow down, be prepared to stop if necessary. Let other vehicles or pedestrians go first.

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