Traffic Signs & Signals – Road
Signs and Their Meanings
Prepared to take and pass your driving licence theory test, as well as to drive safely on the road, it is important to know about the significance of all types of traffic signs/signals. Road signs provide important instructions, warnings, restrictions, and guidance that every driver must follow.
This page provides a structured overview of common traffic signs used in multiple countries. While designs and minor rules may vary by region, most road signs follow internationally recognized categories such as warning signs, regulatory signs, and mandatory signs.
To see signs that are relevant to your area, please select your country from the below list.
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Choose your country to see traffic signs and signals commonly included in your driving licence theory test.
Road Signs and Their Meanings
Stop
Stop (without Arabic language)
Give way
Give way (without Arabic language)
No entry
Give way to pedestrians
Priority for oncoming traffic
Minimum speed limit
Proceed straight
Turn right
Turn left
Turn left ahead
Turn right ahead
Pass on either side
Keep right
Keep left
Roundabout
Buses only
Trams only
Taxis only
Goods vehicles only
Goods vehicles exceeding 10 tonnes only
Switch head lamps
Cars only
Pedestrians only
Bicycles only
Pedestrians and bicycles only
Pedestrians and bicycles only
Pedestrians and bicycles only - segregated
Pedestrians and bicycles only - segregated
Start of bicycle lane
Bicycle lane
End of bicycle lane
No hooting
No left turn
No right turn
No U-turn
No overtaking
No overtaking by goods vehicles
Speed limit per vehicle category
No pedestrians
No bicycles
No motorcycles
No light motorcycles (<80cc)
No quad bicycles
No goods vehicles
Maximum height limit
Maximum width limit
No buses
No agricultural vehicles
No animal-drawn vehicles
No trailers
No motor vehicles
Axle massload limit
Authorised vehicles only
No parking or waiting
No stopping or standing
Crossroads
Side road junction to left
Side road junction to right
T-junction
Skewed side road junction ahead to left
Skewed side road junction ahead to left
Skewed side road junction ahead to right
Skewed side road junction ahead to right
Y-junction
Roundabout
Dangerous curve to right
Dangerous curve to left
Dangerous curves, first to the right
Dangerous curves, first to the left
Hairpin curve
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Two-way traffic
Traffic signals
Pedestrian crossing
Children
Cyclists
Animals crossing
Camel crossing
Wild animals crossing
Steep descent
Steep ascent
Road narrows
Road narrows on right side
Road narrows on left side
Uneven road
Bump
Rockfall
Other dangers
Unprotected quayside or riverbank
Tram crossing
Crosswinds
Low-flying aircraft
Traffic queues
Opening or swing bridge
No through road
Stop ahead
Railway crossing to the right
Gate
Sand dunes
Dangerous curve to left
Dangerous curve to right
Uneven road
Traffic signals
Flagman ahead
STOP/GO manual traffic control ahead
Roadworks
Loose chippings
Dangerous shoulder
Road narrows
Road narrows on right side
Road narrows on left side
Parking
No through road
Living street
End of living street
Freeway
End of freeway
Exit
Exit
Exit
Hazard plate - left
Hazard plate - right
Single chevron - left
Single chevron - right
Multiple chevron - left
Multiple chevron - right
T junctions chevron
Hazard maker
Motor cars
Trucks
Motorcycles
Cycles
No turning for good vehicles
Why Learning Road Signs Is Important
Road signs play an important role in both every driver’s theory examination and on the road, and are necessary for safe driving; each driver will be familiar with them. A driver’s knowledge about road signs will allow them to:
- Avoid traffic violations
- Increased Road Safety Awareness
- Faster Decision Making While Driving
- Effectively Preparing for Learner Licence Exams
- Reduction Of Accident Risks
Studying traffic signs regularly improves recall speed during exams and real-life driving situations.
How Road Signs Appear in Driving Theory Exams
Multiple-choice questions related to road signs and signals are included in the theory portion of many countries’ driving license tests. You may be asked to:
- Identify the meaning of a sign
- Choose appropriate action for given sign
- Recognize hazard alert symbols
- Recognize speed limit restrictions
Practicing your skill to identify road signs can increase your confidence, which increases your chances of passing the practical test on your first try.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traffic signs are generally divided into warning signs, regulatory signs, mandatory signs, and information signs.
Many countries follow international standards, but shapes, colors, and specific rules may vary slightly. Always study signs specific to your country’s driving test.
Yes. Road signs are a major part of most learner permit and theory tests worldwide.
Regular practice, reviewing categorized signs, and taking mock driving theory tests can improve memorization and recognition speed.
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