triciclo

tricycle

noun tree-SEE-kloh Rare

Usage Note

Triciclo refers to any three-wheeled cycle, from a child's toy to an adult cargo or delivery vehicle common in parts of Latin America. The word is transparent to Spanish speakers who know tri- (three) and ciclo (cycle), but learners should note the stress falls on the second syllable. In some cities triciclo also describes motorised three-wheelers used as taxis.

Examples

"El niño pedalea su triciclo en el parque."

Natural Translation

The boy pedals his tricycle in the park.

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