ricksha

[rik-shuh]

ricksha Definition

a small, two-wheeled cart for one passenger, pulled by one person, used especially in parts of Asia.

Using ricksha: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ricksha" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The streets of Tokyo are filled with rickshaws.

  • Example

    The ricksha driver pedaled his passenger through the busy streets of Kolkata.

  • Example

    In some parts of India, rickshas are still a common mode of transportation.

ricksha Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with ricksha

  • to work as a ricksha driver

    Example

    He had to pull a ricksha to make ends meet.

  • to ride in a ricksha

    Example

    We decided to take a ricksha to the market.

  • ricksha stand

    a designated area where ricksha drivers wait for passengers

    Example

    The ricksha stand was located at the entrance of the train station.

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Summary: ricksha in Brief

'Ricksha' [rik-shuh] refers to a small, two-wheeled cart for one passenger, pulled by one person, commonly used in parts of Asia. It is also known as 'jinrikisha,' 'pedicab,' or 'trishaw.' The phrase 'pull a ricksha' means to work as a ricksha driver, while 'take a ricksha' means to ride in one. A 'ricksha stand' is a designated area where ricksha drivers wait for passengers.