Danish · Travel & Places

Cykel

Bicycle

Beginnernoun · common

Definition

A two-wheeled vehicle, the favorite Danish way to get around.

Example

I København cykler næsten alle.

In Copenhagen almost everyone cycles.

Etymology

'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.

How & Where It’s Used

'Cykel' is predominantly used in informal contexts in both spoken and written forms while referring to bicycles, widely recognized throughout Denmark.

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