English–French

“cycling” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/siklizm/

Example

Il regarde le cyclisme à la télé.

He watches cycling on TV.

Illustration for cyclisme (cycling)

How to say “cycling” in French

“Cycling” in French is cyclisme.

Riders competing on bicycles under distinct rules for roads, velodromes, and cyclo-cross courses.

Full entry for cyclisme: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cyclisme

Elle pratique le cyclisme pour rester en forme.

She practices cycling to stay in shape.

Tips for using cyclisme

  • English cycling can mean riding generally, whereas French cyclisme usually names the organized sport; ordinary riding is often faire du vélo.

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