pedestrian signals

Crossing light icons

Pedestrian signals are the illuminated signs at crosswalks that tell people when it is safe to cross the street.

The standard symbols are a walking figure meaning cross and a raised hand meaning don't cross, often accompanied by countdown timers showing seconds remaining.

The pedestrian signal changed just as I reached the corner.

These signals coordinate with traffic lights to give pedestrians protected crossing intervals, though jaywalkers frequently ignore them.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G