das Fahrrad, ¨-er
bicycle
Ein Fahrzeug mit zwei Rädern, das man durch Treten von Pedalen bewegt.
The German word "Fahrrad" is a compound noun made up of "Fahr" and "Rad". "Fahr" comes from the verb "fahren" which means "to drive" or "to ride", and "Rad" means "wheel". Therefore, "Fahrrad" translates directly to "bicycle" in English.
Similar words in German include:
- "Drahtesel" (literally "wire donkey", a colloquial term for bicycle)
- "Velo" (mainly used in Switzerland and some other regions)
While "Fahrrad" is the standard term used throughout Germany, "Drahtesel" is a more informal, playful term. "Velo" is used in specific German-speaking regions and can be both formal and informal, depending on the context.
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Examples
Ich fahre jeden Tag mit dem Fahrrad zur Arbeit.noun
I ride my bicycle to work every day.
Das Fahrrad steht im Garten.noun
The bicycle is in the garden.
Ein Fahrrad steht am Straßenrand.noun
A bicycle is on the side of the road.
Mein Fahrrad ist neu.noun
My bicycle is new.
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