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pedalled

 

[ ˈpɛd.əld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

motion, cycling

Pedalled refers to the action of pushing on the pedals of a bicycle or similar vehicle to propel it forward. This motion is typically performed with the feet, enabling the rider to move from one location to another. Pedalling can also imply a sense of effort and activity, often associated with outdoor cycling or exercise. In various sports and leisure activities, pedalling plays a crucial role in maintaining balance and speed on two wheels.

Synonyms

biked, cycled, pushed, riding

Examples of usage

  • She pedalled faster to catch up with her friends.
  • He enjoys pedalling along the scenic route every weekend.
  • The children excitedly pedalled their bikes in the park.
  • She pedalled through the city streets on her way to work.

Translations

Translations of the word "pedalled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pedalou

🇮🇳 पैडल किया

🇩🇪 getreten

🇮🇩 mengayuh

🇺🇦 крутити педалі

🇵🇱 pedalował

🇯🇵 ペダルを漕いだ

🇫🇷 a pédalé

🇪🇸 pedaleó

🇹🇷 pedal bastı

🇰🇷 페달을 밟았다

🇸🇦 داس بالدواسة

🇨🇿 pedáloval

🇸🇰 šlapal

🇨🇳 踩踏板了

🇸🇮 pedaliral

🇮🇸 pedalaði

🇰🇿 педаль басқан

🇬🇪 პედალობდა

🇦🇿 pedalı döndərdi

🇲🇽 pedaleó

Etymology

The word 'pedal' originates from the Latin word 'pedalis', which translates to 'of the foot'. The term began to gain traction in the lexicon of cycling in the 19th century when bicycles became popularized. The concept of pedalling was introduced with the invention of the bicycle, allowing riders to use their feet to transmit power to the wheels. Initially, pedal-powered vehicles were seen in various forms, including tricycles and velocipedes. Over time, the mechanic of pedalling became an essential aspect of biking, leading to the modern bicycles we know today. The evolution of the pedal design and function has dramatically changed cycling, contributing to the development of niche biking disciplines from leisure cycling to competitive racing.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,007, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.