Bicicleta (en. Bicycle)

/bisiˈkle.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Vehicle with two wheels that is propelled by pedals.
I like to ride my bicycle on weekends.
Me gusta andar en bicicleta los fines de semana.
Instrument used in sports and transportation.
I participated in a bike race.
Participé en una competencia de bicicletas.
Ecological means of transportation.
The bicycle is a good option to reduce pollution.
La bicicleta es una buena opción para disminuir la contaminación.

Etymology

From the French 'bicyclette', which in turn derives from 'bi-' (two) and 'cycle' (cycle).

Common Phrases and Expressions

to ride a bicycle
Practicing the use of the bicycle as transportation or recreation.
andar en bicicleta
to ride a bike
Getting on a bicycle to use it.
montar en bicicleta
bike route
Road or path designed for cyclists.
ruta en bicicleta

Related Words

cyclist
Person who rides a bicycle.
ciclista
bike taxi
Taxi that uses bicycles for the transport of people.
bici-taxi
mountain bike
Bicycle designed for uneven terrain.
bicicleta de montaña

Slang Meanings

Bike
I'm going out for a ride on the bike.
Voy a salir a dar una vuelta en la bici.
Bike (slang)
In summer, I use the bike to go to the beach.
En verano uso la cleta para ir a la playa.