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Rickshaw: meaning, definitions and examples

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rickshaw

 

[ หˆrษชkสƒษ”ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

transportation method

A rickshaw is a small, lightweight vehicle commonly pulled by a person or powered by a bicycle, used for transporting passengers. Traditionally found in many Asian countries, rickshaws are a popular means of transport in congested urban areas.

Synonyms

cycle rickshaw, pedicab, tuk-tuk

Examples of usage

  • We took a rickshaw to the market.
  • The rickshaw driver navigated through the crowded streets.
  • In many cities, rickshaws are a convenient way to get around.
  • She prefers traveling by rickshaw for short distances.

Translations

Translations of the word "rickshaw" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rickshaw

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคฟเค•เฅเคถเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rikscha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ becak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ั–ะบัˆะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rickshaw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไบบๅŠ›่ปŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rickshaw

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rickshaw

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท taksimetre

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ๋ ฅ๊ฑฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูŠูƒุดุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rikลกa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rikลกa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบบๅŠ›่ฝฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rikลกa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ riksja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะธะบัˆะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ˜แƒฅแƒจแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rikลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rickshaw

Word origin

The word 'rickshaw' is derived from the Japanese term 'jinrikisha', which means 'man-powered vehicle'. The term was first used in the late 19th century when rickshaws were introduced in Japan as a means of public transport. The vehicles became popular in other parts of Asia, particularly in China and India. The design typically consists of a lightweight frame with two wheels and space for one or two passengers, often pulled by a human. Over time, variations such as the cycle rickshaw, powered by bicycles, emerged. The concept has evolved, leading to motorized versions known as tuk-tuks, which are now widely used in many countries. The rickshaw remains an iconic mode of transport, integral to the cultural tapestry of urban life in various Asian cities.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,992, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.