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UK/["/ˈbaɪsɪkl/"]/US/["/ˈbaɪsɪkl/"]/

Meaning of Bicycle

In simple words: A two-wheeled vehicle that you ride by pedaling.

Bicycle in a sentence

  • He got on his bicycle and rode off.
  • We went for a **bicycle ride** on Sunday.
  • She spent the day **riding her bicycle** around the lake.
  • a bicycle helmet/wheel
  • Did you come by bicycle?
  • I dismounted and began to push my bicycle up the hill.
  • She came off her bicycle when it skidded on some wet leaves.
  • She pedalled her bicycle up the track.

How to use Bicycle

Commonly used in casual conversation and writing. Appropriate in neutral contexts. Avoid using in highly formal settings or technical jargon where specific types of bicycles may be discussed.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'bi-' meaning two and 'cycle' like a circle. A bicycle has two circular wheels.

Related words

Collocations with Bicycle

  • ride
  • get on
  • mount
  • ride
  • rider
  • chain
  • by bicycle
  • on a/​the bicycle
  • lean a bicycle against something
  • prop a bicycle against something

Synonyms for Bicycle

Opposites of Bicycle

Common mistakes with Bicycle

  • Confused with 'bicyclist', which refers to a person who rides a bicycle.
  • Mispronounced as 'bi-cycl' instead of 'bye-sickle'.
  • Used incorrectly in the plural form as 'bicycleses' instead of 'bicycles'.

Compare Bicycle with Bike, Cycle

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Frequently asked questions about Bicycle

What does Bicycle mean?

A two-wheeled vehicle that you ride by pedaling.

What is the definition of Bicycle?

a road vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pushing the pedals with your feet

How do you use Bicycle in a sentence?

He got on his bicycle and rode off.

Can you give another example of Bicycle?

We went for a **bicycle ride** on Sunday.

What are synonyms for Bicycle?

Common alternatives include bike, pushbike, cycle.

What is the opposite of Bicycle?

Opposite meanings include car, motorcycle, bus, train.

What words go with Bicycle?

It commonly pairs with ride, get on, mount, ride, rider, chain, by bicycle, on a/​the bicycle, lean a bicycle against something, prop a bicycle against something.

What are common mistakes when using Bicycle?

Confused with 'bicyclist', which refers to a person who rides a bicycle. Mispronounced as 'bi-cycl' instead of 'bye-sickle'. Used incorrectly in the plural form as 'bicycleses' instead of 'bicycles'.

How do you pronounce Bicycle?

US: /["/ˈbaɪsɪkl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbaɪsɪkl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bicycle?

Commonly used in casual conversation and writing. Appropriate in neutral contexts. Avoid using in highly formal settings or technical jargon where specific types of bicycles may be discussed.

What CEFR level is Bicycle?

"Bicycle" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.