Pedaling: meaning, definitions and examples
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pedaling
[ ˈpɛd(ə)lɪŋ ]
cycling
The action of moving a bicycle by turning the pedals with one's feet.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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pedaling |
This word specifically refers to the motion of pushing the pedals on a bicycle or other pedal-powered vehicle. It's often used when discussing the physical action involved in riding.
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cycling |
This term is often used in a more formal or sports-related context. It's common in discussions about competitive cycling, training, or long-distance rides.
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riding |
This is a broad term that can apply to various forms of riding, including bicycles, motorcycles, and horses. When referring to bicycles, it's a casual, everyday term.
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biking |
This is a general term for riding a bicycle. It's commonly used in casual conversation and can apply to both leisure and transportation.
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Examples of usage
- He was pedaling furiously up the hill.
- She pedaled smoothly along the bike path.
- I could hear the sound of her pedaling behind me.
- The children were pedaling their bikes around the park.
- We were pedaling together in perfect synchronization.
Translations
Translations of the word "pedaling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pedalar
🇮🇳 पैडलिंग
🇩🇪 pedalieren
🇮🇩 mengayuh
🇺🇦 педалювання
🇵🇱 pedałowanie
🇯🇵 ペダリング (pedaringu)
🇫🇷 pédalage
🇪🇸 pedaleo
🇹🇷 pedallama
🇰🇷 페달링 (pedalling)
🇸🇦 التبديل (altabdeel)
🇨🇿 šlapání
🇸🇰 pedálovanie
🇨🇳 踩踏 (cǎità)
🇸🇮 pedaliranje
🇮🇸 hjólareiðar
🇰🇿 педальдеу
🇬🇪 პედალირება (pedalireba)
🇦🇿 pedallaşma
🇲🇽 pedaleo
Etymology
The word 'pedaling' originates from the verb 'pedal', which has its roots in the Latin word 'pedālis', meaning 'relating to the foot'. The concept of using pedals to power a machine, such as a bicycle, dates back to the early 19th century with the invention of the modern bicycle. Over time, 'pedaling' has become synonymous with the action of propelling a bicycle or similar device by turning the pedals with one's feet.
See also: pedaler.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,735 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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