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Wheelchairs Meaning in English

word · lemma: wheelchair

ˈhwiɫˌtʃɛɹz/, /ˈwiɫˌtʃɛɹz
WEEL-chairz
wˈiːltʃeəz
WEEL-chayuhz

Definición

Chairs with wheels that are used by people who cannot walk or have difficulty moving. Wheelchairs help them move around more easily, both indoors and outdoors.

Uso & Matices

Mostly used in medical or accessibility contexts. Common collocations: 'manual wheelchairs', 'electric wheelchairs', 'accessible for wheelchairs'. Do not confuse with 'strollers' (for babies). In plural, 'wheelchairs' often refers to availability or facilities, e.g., 'wheelchairs are available'.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

Some people use wheelchairs to move around.

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Hospitals have wheelchairs for patients.

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There are ramps for wheelchairs at the entrance.

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All our buses are now accessible for wheelchairs.

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They provide wheelchairs for visitors who need them at the museum.

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There aren’t enough wheelchairs during busy hours, so it’s best to call ahead.

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