Jinrikisha (Noun)
Meaning
A small two-wheeled cart for one passenger; pulled by one person.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The jinrikisha was a common mode of transportation in old Japan, providing a convenient way to navigate narrow streets.
- As the sun began to set, a young man climbed into a jinrikisha and instructed the runner to take him to the city center.
- The jinrikisha runner, dressed in a simple loincloth, sprinted through the crowded streets with ease, his passenger holding on tight.
- In the late 19th century, the jinrikisha became a popular form of transportation in many Asian cities, offering a cheap and efficient alternative to horse-drawn carriages.
- A group of tourists hired a jinrikisha to take them on a guided tour of the city's historic landmarks, enjoying the sights and sounds of the bustling streets.