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When did you learn to ride a bike? Perhaps you learnt as a child and have not cycled for a long time. Well don't worry, you can pick it up again quickly – it's just like riding a bike! And if you have never cycled, it's not too late to start. With new cycle tracks and electric bikes, cycling is becoming more and more accessible. Neil and Becca discuss this and teach you some new vocabulary. Get a free worksheet, quiz and transcript for this episode: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english_2026/ep-260709 Pr...
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Many people choose cycling because it's good for their health and the environment.
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In this episode, we'll visit two countries, one with a long history of cycling and another
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Hello, this is 6 Minute English from BBC Learning English. I'm Neil. And I'm Becca. Cycling is a popular activity in Britain. Yes, this year, sales of bicycles or bikes as they're usually called are up in Britain. Many people choose cycling because it's good for their health and the environment.
And electric bikes are making cycling accessible to more people, including older people. In this episode, we'll visit two countries, one with a long history of cycling and another where it's just getting started. And as usual, we'll be learning some useful new words and phrases.
And remember, you'll find all the vocabulary from this episode on our website, bbclearningenglish.com. But first, Neil, I have a question about a country that's world famous for its bikes. Netherlands, also often referred to as Holland. The Netherlands cycle network spreads over
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