A2noun 2K

Cycle

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsaɪkl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsaɪkl/"]/

Meaning of Cycle

a bicycle or motorcycle

In simple words: A series of events that happen repeatedly.

Cycle in a sentence

• I love to ride my cycle around the park on sunny days.
• The life cycle of a butterfly is fascinating to learn about.
• Children often cycle around their neighborhoods during summer break.
• Each season brings a cycle of change in nature.
• She decided to join a cycle club to meet new friends who enjoy biking.

How to use Cycle

Used in various contexts, from sports (like cycling) to natural phenomena. It can also refer to processes or sequences. Avoid in very formal writing where precision is required.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'cycle' as a 'cycle of life' - like the seasons repeating.

Related words

Collocations with Cycle

• motor
• pedal
• ride
• ride
• helmet
• lane
• annual
• daily
• monthly
• follow
• go through
• complete
• begin again
• continue
• repeat (itself)
• length
• time
• in a/​the cycle
• per cycle
• a cycle of abuse, poverty, violence, etc.
• part of the cycle (of something)
• annual
• daily
• monthly
• follow
• go through
• complete
• begin again
• continue
• repeat (itself)
• length
• time
• in a/​the cycle
• per cycle
• a cycle of abuse, poverty, violence, etc.
• part of the cycle (of something)

Synonyms for Cycle

• series
• sequence
• rotation
• revolution
• loop

Opposites of Cycle

• stagnation
• stop

Common mistakes with Cycle

• Confused with 'recycle' (the process of making something new from used materials)
• Using 'cycle' as a verb without context, like 'to cycle a bike'
• Spelling mistakes, such as 'cykle' or 'cicle'

Frequently asked questions about Cycle

What does Cycle mean?

A series of events that happen repeatedly.

What is the definition of Cycle?

a bicycle or motorcycle

How do you use Cycle in a sentence?

I love to ride my cycle around the park on sunny days.

Can you give another example of Cycle?

The life cycle of a butterfly is fascinating to learn about.

What are synonyms for Cycle?

Common alternatives include series, sequence, rotation, revolution, loop.

What is the opposite of Cycle?

Opposite meanings include stagnation, stop.

What words go with Cycle?

It commonly pairs with motor, pedal, ride, ride, helmet, lane, annual, daily, monthly, follow, go through, complete, begin again, continue, repeat (itself), length, time, in a/​the cycle, per cycle, a cycle of abuse, poverty, violence, etc., part of the cycle (of something), annual, daily, monthly, follow, go through, complete, begin again, continue, repeat (itself), length, time, in a/​the cycle, per cycle, a cycle of abuse, poverty, violence, etc., part of the cycle (of something).

What are common mistakes when using Cycle?

Confused with 'recycle' (the process of making something new from used materials) Using 'cycle' as a verb without context, like 'to cycle a bike' Spelling mistakes, such as 'cykle' or 'cicle'

How do you pronounce Cycle?

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

When should I use Cycle?

Used in various contexts, from sports (like cycling) to natural phenomena. It can also refer to processes or sequences. Avoid in very formal writing where precision is required.

What CEFR level is Cycle?

"Cycle" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.