bicicleta
1. A vehicle with two wheels, one behind the other, propelled by pedals and steered with handlebars attached to the front wheel
She rides her bicycle to work every morning.
Ela vai de bicicleta para o trabalho todas as manhãs.
2. A frame with two wheels and pedals used for human-powered transportation
The children played on their bicycles in the park.
As crianças brincavam com suas bicicletas no parque.
Bicycles are increasingly popular in both Brazilian and American urban areas as an eco-friendly transportation option. In Brazil, cities like Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo have expanded ciclovias (bike lanes) to promote cycling. In NYC, Citi Bike and other bike-sharing programs have made bicycles a common sight. The term 'bike' is the informal, shortened version commonly used in both cultures.
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