Dutch · Travel & Transport
de fiets
bicycle
Beginnernoun
Definition
A two-wheeled vehicle powered by pedalling.
Example
Nederlanders rijden graag op de fiets.
Dutch people like to ride bicycles.
Etymology
'De fiets' has its roots in Middle Dutch 'Vietsche', which is related to the word 'fietsen', meaning to cycle. The bicycle gained cultural prominence in the Netherlands and has influenced the transportation landscape.
How & Where It’s Used
'De fiets' is used in informal and formal contexts, widely in spoken conversations and in writing related to transport and lifestyle across the Dutch regions.
Literary Heritage
Appears in numerous works of Dutch literature and songs reflecting the cultural significance of cycling, forming a notable part of daily life.