What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pedicab
Example
We took a pedicab tour of the city and saw all the major sights. [pedicab: noun]
Example
The driver pedaled the pedicab through the crowded streets with ease. [pedaled: verb]
trishaw
Example
We hired a trishaw driver to take us around the historic district. [trishaw: noun]
Example
The trishaw ride was bumpy but fun, and we got to see a lot of the local culture. [trishaw ride: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Pedicab is more commonly used in the United States and Europe, while trishaw is more common in Southeast Asia.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between pedicab and trishaw?
Neither pedicab nor trishaw is particularly formal or informal, and both can be used in various contexts depending on the situation and audience.
