Pedalling: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ดโโ๏ธ
pedalling
[ หpษd.ษl.ษชล ]
cycling action
Pedalling refers to the action of turning the pedals of a bicycle or similar device. This motion is essential for propelling the bicycle forward and is foundational for cycling. The effectiveness of pedalling can be influenced by various factors, including the rider's technique and the bicycle's gearing. Proper pedalling technique can enhance efficiency, stamina, and overall cycling performance.
Synonyms
biking, cycling, turning pedals.
Examples of usage
- I enjoyed pedalling along the scenic route.
- He was pedalling furiously to catch up with the group.
- She loves pedalling to work instead of driving.
- Pedalling uphill can be quite challenging.
Translations
Translations of the word "pedalling" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pedalando
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคกเคฒเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Treten
๐ฎ๐ฉ mengayuh
๐บ๐ฆ ะบััััะฝะฝั ะฟะตะดะฐะปะตะน
๐ต๐ฑ pedalowanie
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใซใๆผใใใจ
๐ซ๐ท pรฉdalage
๐ช๐ธ pedaleo
๐น๐ท pedal รงevirme
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ฌ ๋ฐ๊ธฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏูุงุณุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ ลกlapรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกlapanie
๐จ๐ณ ่ธฉ่ธ
๐ธ๐ฎ vrtenje pedalov
๐ฎ๐ธ pedalandi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะตะดะฐะปั ัะพาั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแก แแแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ pedal รงevirme
๐ฒ๐ฝ pedaleo
Etymology
The word 'pedalling' originates from the late Middle English term 'pedal', derived from the Latin word 'pedalis', which means 'of the foot'. This Latin word stems from 'pes', meaning 'foot'. The evolution of the term coincided with the development of the bicycle in the 19th century, where the action of moving the pedals was integral to the function of the vehicle. Initially, 'pedal' referred more generally to anything operated by foot, but over time it became closely associated with cycling. The transition from a static meaning to its current active interpretation reflects the shift in societal focus towards cycling as a popular mode of transport and recreation during the Industrial Revolution.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #35,871, 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.
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- 35868 dumber
- 35869 aerate
- 35870 demonstratively
- 35871 pedalling
- 35872 cyclamen
- 35873 miniaturist
- 35874 marauder
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