das Fahrradfahren
cycling
Riding a bicycle as a means of transport or as a leisure activity.
EXAMPLE
Das Fahrradfahren macht mir besonders im Sommer viel Spaß.
I really enjoy cycling, especially in summer.
das Fahrradfahren
cycling
das Fahrradfahren
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Fahrradfahren, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Fahrradfahrens |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Fahrradfahren | – |
| accusative | das Fahrradfahren | – |
| dative | dem Fahrradfahren | – |
| genitive | des Fahrradfahrens | – |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Word formation
'Fahrradfahren' (cycling) is made up of 'Fahrrad' (bicycle) and 'fahren' (to ride). As a noun, this compound refers to the activity as a whole and is capitalized.
EXAMPLE
Fahrradfahren ist eine gute Möglichkeit, sich im Alltag zu bewegen.
Cycling is a good way to get some exercise in everyday life.
Prepositions
'beim' and 'zum' are often used in situations involving this activity: 'beim Fahrradfahren' (while cycling) refers to the time during the activity, while 'zum Fahrradfahren' (for cycling) expresses purpose.
EXAMPLE
Beim Fahrradfahren trägt sie immer einen Helm.
She always wears a helmet while cycling.
Zum Fahrradfahren nimmt er eine Trinkflasche mit.
He takes a water bottle with him for cycling.
Typical collocations
'Fahrradfahren' (cycling) often appears with expressions such as 'lernen' (to learn), 'üben' (to practice), or 'Spaß machen' (to be fun). It is also frequently associated with descriptions such as 'gesund' (healthy) or 'anstrengend' (strenuous).
EXAMPLE
Kinder können das Fahrradfahren auf einem ruhigen Platz üben.
Children can practice cycling in a quiet area.
In real life
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