Spanish word

moto

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmoto/

Meaning

  • feminine nounbike, motorcycle

Example

Mi moto no arranca esta mañana.

My bike won't start this morning.

Illustration for moto (bike)

More examples

¿Te subes a la moto hoy para ir al trabajo?

Are you getting on the bike today to go to work?

Core concept

Compact engine-powered two-wheeler for short trips.

Common phrases

  • subirse a la moto

    get on the bike

  • conducir la moto

    ride the bike

  • viajar en moto

    travel by bike

Similar words

motocicleta: Full-size motorcycle with a more powerful engine for longer road riding.
motoneta: Small, lightweight urban two-wheeler with a modest engine for short-distance travel.
scooter: Step-through two-wheeler with a flat footboard for easy mounting and city riding.

Definition in Spanish

Abreviatura coloquial de la motocicleta; vehículo ligero de dos ruedas con motor, usado para desplazamientos urbanos o recreativos.

Word origin

Abbreviation of motocicleta, which combines motor 'engine' and bicicleta 'bicycle' to name a two-wheeled vehicle propelled by a motor.

Usage tips

  • When stating ownership use tener una moto, when describing travel use ir en moto or viajar en moto, and when describing operation use conducir or manejar.

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