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Tandem: meaning, definitions and examples

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tandem

 

[ หˆtรฆndษ™m ]

Noun / Adverb
Context #1 | Noun

bicycles, teamwork

A tandem is a type of bicycle designed for two or more riders, who sit one behind the other. It can also refer to a partnership or cooperative relationship where two or more parties work together towards a common goal.

Synonyms

cooperation, duo, pair

Examples of usage

  • We rode a tandem on our vacation.
  • The organization works in tandem with local businesses.
  • They decided to use a tandem approach for the project.
Context #2 | Adverb

simultaneously, together

When used as an adverb, 'tandem' refers to actions that occur simultaneously or in a coordinated manner, often suggesting collaboration between two entities.

Synonyms

concurrently, jointly, together

Examples of usage

  • The researchers worked tandem to publish their findings.
  • The projects were developed tandem to improve efficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "tandem" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅˆเค‚เคกเฅ‡เคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tandem

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะฝะดะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฟใƒณใƒ‡ใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tandem

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรกndem

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒ ๋ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู†ุฏู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tandem

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tandem

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธฒ่”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะฝะดะตะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ”แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tandem

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรกndem

Etymology

The term 'tandem' originates from the Latin word 'tandem', which means 'at length' or 'finally'. The word was first used in English in the early 19th century to describe a type of bicycle that enabled two riders to sit one behind the other. This innovation in bicycle design reflected a growing interest in outdoor activities and social forms of transportation during the Victorian era. Additionally, the concept of 'tandem' has evolved to encompass various forms of collaboration and partnership, often describing situations where individuals or groups work together in a synchronized manner. The metaphorical use of tandems has established its place in contemporary language, often employed in business and cooperative contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,506, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.