vélo
bicycle / bike
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ve.lo/
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Cultural Note
France is a cycling nation, home to the Tour de France. Many cities have public bike-sharing systems (Vélib' in Paris, Vélo'v in Lyon). The Loire Valley, Burgundy canals, and Provence are among the most popular cycling tourism destinations in Europe.
📝 Example Sentences
Nous avons exploré la ville à vélo.
We explored the city by bike.
Il y a une piste cyclable qui longe le canal.
There is a bike path that runs along the canal.