# motorbike

/ˈmoʊtɝˌbaɪk/ (US) · /mˈəʊtəbˌaɪk/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/motorbike
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

a vehicle with two wheels and an engine. It is faster than a bicycle and you sit on it to ride.

For teachers: a two-wheeled motor vehicle, typically larger and more powerful than a moped or scooter.

## Examples

- He rides his motorbike to work every morning.
- The courier wove his motorbike through the heavy city traffic to deliver the documents on time.
- While cars offer more protection from the elements, many commuters prefer a motorbike for its fuel efficiency and ability to navigate narrow urban lanes during peak hours.

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in British English; 'motorcycle' is more frequent in American English and formal contexts.

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