A1 noun Neutre #20 le plus courant

cycling

/ˈsaɪklɪŋ/

Cycling is the activity of riding a bicycle for exercise, sport, or travel. It involves using your legs to push pedals that turn wheels to move forward.

Exemples

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1

I go cycling in the park every Saturday morning.

I go riding my bike in the park every Saturday morning.

2

The city council is investing in new cycling infrastructure.

The city leaders are putting money into new paths and lanes for bicycles.

3

Want to go cycling this afternoon if the weather stays nice?

Do you want to ride bikes later today if it does not rain?

Famille de mots

Nom
cycling
Verb
cycle
Adverbe
cyclically
Adjectif
cyclical
Apparenté
cyclist
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Astuce mémo

Look at the 'cycle' in 'bicycle' and 'cycling'—it comes from a Greek word for 'circle,' representing the round shape of the wheels.

Quiz rapide

I love ____ because it is good exercise for my legs.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : cycling

Exemples

1

I go cycling in the park every Saturday morning.

everyday

I go riding my bike in the park every Saturday morning.

2

The city council is investing in new cycling infrastructure.

formal

The city leaders are putting money into new paths and lanes for bicycles.

3

Want to go cycling this afternoon if the weather stays nice?

informal

Do you want to ride bikes later today if it does not rain?

4

Urban cycling provides a sustainable alternative to motorized transport.

academic

Riding bicycles in cities is an eco-friendly way to travel compared to cars.

5

We offer a cycling allowance for employees who commute by bike.

business

We give extra money to workers who ride their bikes to the office.

Famille de mots

Nom
cycling
Verb
cycle
Adverbe
cyclically
Adjectif
cyclical
Apparenté
cyclist

Collocations courantes

go cycling to participate in the activity of riding a bike
cycling helmet protective headwear for bicycle riders
cycling lane a special part of the road for bicycles
mountain cycling riding a bicycle on rough or hilly ground
professional cycling riding bicycles as a paid job or sport

Phrases Courantes

go for a cycle

to go out to ride a bicycle for a short time

indoor cycling

the activity of riding a stationary exercise bike

cycling gear

special clothes or equipment for riding a bike

Souvent confondu avec

cycling vs recycling

Recycling is the process of reusing waste materials, while cycling is riding a bicycle.

cycling vs biking

Biking is often the same, but 'biking' can sometimes refer to motorcycles (motorbiking).

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Notes d'usage

Cycling is usually an uncountable noun when referring to the activity. Use the verb 'go' with cycling (e.g., 'I go cycling') rather than 'play' or 'do'.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often say 'I like to play cycling,' but the correct phrase is 'I like cycling' or 'I like to go cycling.'

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Astuce mémo

Look at the 'cycle' in 'bicycle' and 'cycling'—it comes from a Greek word for 'circle,' representing the round shape of the wheels.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek word 'kyklos', meaning a circle or a wheel.

Modèles grammaticaux

Uncountable noun Follows the verb 'go' Functions as a gerund
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Contexte culturel

Cycling is a primary mode of transport in many European cities, such as Amsterdam and Copenhagen, where bikes often outnumber cars.

Quiz rapide

I love ____ because it is good exercise for my legs.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : cycling

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