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"Bicycle" in Spanish: bicicleta
la bicicleta
A bicycle is la bicicleta. It is feminine. Locals often shorten it to la bici.
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How to pronounce bicicleta
Say it
bee-see-KLEH-tah
/bi.si.ˈkle.ta/
bee-see-KLEH-tah. Stress KLEH. Clear bee-see.
"Bicycle" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| la bicicleta | the bicycle Full form. | Full form. |
| la bici | bike Informal short form. | Informal short form. |
| alquilar una bicicleta | to rent a bicycle Tourist rental. | Tourist rental. |
| ir en bicicleta | to go by bicycle Transport mode. | Transport mode. |
How to use bicicleta in real life
- 1Rental
Quiero alquilar una bicicleta.
I want to rent a bicycle.
Shop ask.
- 2Plans
Vamos en bicicleta al museo.
We'll go by bicycle to the museum.
Green travel.
- 3Problem
Mi bicicleta tiene una llanta baja.
My bicycle has a flat tire.
Repair need.
Mistakes English speakers make with bicicleta
Incorrect: El bicicleta es nueva.
Correct: La bicicleta es nueva.
Bicicleta is feminine: la bicicleta.
Incorrect: Voy en bicycle.
Correct: Voy en bicicleta.
Use bicicleta, not English bicycle.
Good to know
Good to knowBicicleta is the full word. Bici is casual. Many cities have shared bicicleta systems with docks.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Renting bikes for an afternoon
ChatPal
¿Alquilamos una bicicleta cada uno?
Shall we rent one bicycle each?
You
Sí. Prefiero una bicicleta con canasta.
Yes. I prefer a bicycle with a basket.
ChatPal
Hay cascos en la tienda.
There are helmets in the shop.
You
Perfecto. Yo pago primero.
Perfect. I'll pay first.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Bicycle" in Spanish
Is bicicleta feminine?
Yes: la bicicleta.
Short form?
La bici is informal.
Rent a bike?
Alquilar una bicicleta.
Pronounce bicicleta?
bee-see-KLEH-tah, stress KLEH.
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