motocicleta

moh-toh-see-kleh-tah/motosiˈkleta/

“motocicleta” means “motorcycle” in Spanish (a two-wheeled vehicle with an engine).

motorcycle

Also: motorbike

Mi tío viaja por todo el país en su motocicleta.

My uncle travels across the whole country on his motorcycle.

Es obligatorio llevar casco cuando vas en motocicleta.

It's mandatory to wear a helmet when you go on a motorcycle.

Prefiero la motocicleta al coche porque es más rápida en el tráfico.

I prefer the motorcycle over the car because it's faster in traffic.

Words that translate to "motocicleta" in Spanish:

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If you want to shorten 'la motocicleta', what should you call it?

👥 Word Family▼

motociclista(motorcyclist) — Noun

motocross(motocross) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

Formed by combining 'motor' (the engine) and 'bicicleta' (bicycle), literally meaning a bicycle with a motor.

First recorded: Late 19th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: motorcycleFrench: motocyclette

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Is it 'el' or 'la' motocicleta?

It is 'la motocicleta' (feminine). Most words ending in 'a' in Spanish are feminine.

What is the difference between 'moto' and 'motocicleta'?

'Motocicleta' is the full, formal name, while 'moto' is the common, shortened version used in daily speech. They mean exactly the same thing.