Synonyms for

Tandem

Verb / ˈtændʌm / Another word for tandem — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a bicycle with seats and pedals for two riders, one behind the other

Synonyms & similar words

intandem bicyclebuiltfortwo tandembicycle two-seater bicycle-built-for-two bicycle-made-for-two

Synonyms by register

Formal

jointly collectively collaboratively in unison

Informal

together side-by-side in sync

Literary

conjoined coupled yoked

Antonyms

separate individual alone apart independent solo

Common collocations

  • tandem bicycle
  • work in tandem
  • ride tandem
  • tandem jump
  • tandem skydiving
  • tandem paragliding
  • tandem kayak

Word family

noun tandem
adjective tandem
adverb tandem

Usage note

Primarily used to describe things that are arranged one behind the other or work together in coordination. Can refer to a bicycle with two riders or a situation where two entities collaborate.

Example sentences

  1. My friend and I rode a tandem bike to the park.
  2. The tandem bike was too long to fit in our car.
  3. The couple enjoyed a romantic ride on their tandem bicycle.
  4. The tandem bicycle race was very competitive.
  5. A tandem bike is a fun way to explore the city.

Quotes

  • Life is like riding a tandem bicycle. You can't move forward unless you pedal together.
  • The bicycle is the most civilized conveyance known to man. Other forms of transport grow daily more nightmarish. Only the bicycle remains pure in heart.
  • A bicycle ride is a flight from sadness.

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