Category: Travel & PlacesPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common
Cykel
/Cykel/Roman
English meaning: Bicycle
Definition
A two-wheeled vehicle, the favorite Danish way to get around.
Example
“I København cykler næsten alle.”
In English: “In Copenhagen almost everyone cycles.”
Another example: “I København tager de fleste cyklen på arbejde.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A common-gender noun meaning 'bicycle', the quintessential Danish mode of transport, especially in cities. Plural 'cykler'.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
'Cykel' originated from the French word 'cyclette' and has been part of the Danish language since the late 19th century, coinciding with the popularization of bicycles.
Common Collocations
- cykle på cykel
- tage cyklen
- en ny cykel
- reparere cyklen
- cykel og hjelm
Word Forms
en cykel, cyklen, cykler, cyklerne
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