moto de cross
/moto de kɾoss/from spelling rules
The English phrase "dirt bike" is translated into Spanish as moto de cross.
While "dirt bike" is a general term in English, moto de cross specifically implies a bike designed for motocross racing or off-road terrain.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, moto de cross is a common way to refer to a dirt bike. In certain regions, particularly in Latin America, it is also common to informally refer to a dirt bike as moto de tierra.
How does it change in a sentence?
To make the phrase plural, add an s to the noun moto to get motos de cross rather than the prepositional phrase.
How do you pronounce it?
/moto de kɾoss/
Did you know?
- The term cross in moto de cross is a pseudo-anglicism. While it looks like an English word, it was actually borrowed from the specific English phrase 'cross country' to describe a style of riding.
- In some contexts, moto de cross can refer to the specific gear and culture associated with the sport, not just the machine itself.
- The word moto shares a common linguistic ancestor with the English word 'motor', as both stem from the concept of movement or driving.
Examples in context
- Me encanta montar en moto de cross.I love riding a dirt bike.
- ¿Viste mi nueva moto de enduro? ¡Es genial!Did you see my new dirt bike? It's awesome!
- Voy a comprar una moto de tierra para explorar la naturaleza.I'm going to buy a dirt bike to explore nature.
- Él tiene una moto de cross nueva.He has a new dirt bike.
- ¿Es esa una moto de cross profesional?Is that a professional dirt bike?
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are talking about his hobbies in the park.
- JavierSofía, ¿quieres ver mi moto de cross?Sofía, do you want to see my dirt bike?
- SofíaSí, me encantaría verla.Yes, I would love to see it.
- JavierEs muy rápida y fuerte.It is very fast and strong.
- SofíaParece una moto excelente para ti.It looks like an excellent bike for you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cross, de, moto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
