Rijwiel Glossary: Master Dutch Bike Terms Now
Everyday Bike Talk: Your Basic Fiets The most common word for a bicycle is "fiets" (fees-t). Think of it as the everyday equivalent of "bike"—simple, friendly, and suitable for most situations. It's your go-to word for casual chats about cycling or quick trips to the shops. But Dutch, being a rich language, offers many more precise terms. Did you know that even the humble fiets can vary in formality depending on context?...