canoe
word
/kəˈnu/
kuh-NOO
/kənˈuː/
kuh-NOO
Definition
A narrow, light boat that is pointed at both ends and moved using a paddle; usually open on top and often used on rivers or lakes.
Usage & Nuances
'Canoe' is generally used for paddle-driven, open-top boats, not for motorboats or kayaks (which are closed on top). Common phrases include 'paddle a canoe', 'canoe trip', or 'canoe race'. It can be a noun (the boat) or a verb ('to canoe' means to travel by canoe).
Spanish: canoaPortuguese (BR): canoaPortuguese (PT): canoaChinese (Simplified): 独木舟Chinese (Traditional): 獨木舟Hindi: कैनो (डोंगी)Arabic: زورقBengali: ক্যানুRussian: каноэJapanese: カヌーVietnamese: xuồng độc mộc - ca-nô (thuyền nhỏ, chèo tay)Korean: 카누Turkish: kanoUrdu: کینوIndonesian: kanu
Example Sentences
We took a canoe down the river.
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He learned how to paddle a canoe at camp.
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It’s so peaceful to drift across the lake in a canoe.
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They rented a canoe for their weekend adventure.
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Have you ever tried to balance in a canoe? It’s harder than it looks!
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The canoe is made of wood.
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