Common Trucker Lingo on the CB Radio (and What It Really Means)

“Breaker, Breaker!” – The Classic Icebreaker

Ever wanted to say “Hey, is anyone out there?” without calling a phone number? That’s what “breaker, breaker” is for. It's how you hop onto a channel and invite others to talk.

You might hear “Breaker, breaker one-nine,” which just means “Anybody on channel 19?” If you're calling out a specific person, add your handle—like, “Breaker, breaker, Candycane.”