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caleche

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kəˈlɛʃ/

KK: /kəˈleɪʃ/

noun
Definition

A two-wheeled carriage pulled by horses, typically used for transportation and often seen in Quebec.


Example

We took a ride in a caleche through the beautiful streets of Old Quebec.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever ridden in a caleche before?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What’s it like?
Sloth A
It's really fun; you get to enjoy the scenery while being pulled by horses.
Sloth B
That sounds amazing! I would love to try a caleche ride someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
carriage
buggy
coach
Antonyms
bicycle
automobile
foot
Root Explanation

Caleche → The word originates from French 'calèche', meaning a light, horse-drawn carriage. It refers specifically to this type of vehicle used for transportation.

Memory Tip

Imagine a light carriage being pulled by horses — that's what a 'caleche' is, a specific type of horse-drawn vehicle.

Visually Confused Words
cleche
cache
copalche
coalesce
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