chariot
word
/ˈtʃɛɹiət/
/tʃˈæɹiət/
Definition
A chariot is a two-wheeled vehicle pulled by horses, used in ancient times for war, races, or ceremonies.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly historical; rarely used in modern contexts except when referring to history, mythology, or literature. Common in phrases like 'Roman chariot' or 'chariot race.' Do not confuse with 'carriage' (more modern, four wheels, for transport).
Spanish: carro de guerra - carroza - cuadrigaPortuguese (BR): bigá - carruagem de guerraPortuguese (PT): biga - carruagem de guerraChinese (Simplified): 战车Chinese (Traditional): 戰車Hindi: रथArabic: عربة حربيةBengali: রথRussian: колесницаJapanese: 戦車（古代）Vietnamese: xe ngựa chiến (xe hai bánh cổ đại)Korean: 전차(고대) - 마차(고대, 전투용)Turkish: savaş arabasıUrdu: رتھIndonesian: kereta perang (kuno)
Example Sentences
The ancient Romans used chariots in battle.
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A chariot has two wheels and is pulled by horses.
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The museum has an old chariot on display.
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Many movies show thrilling chariot races in ancient arenas.
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He arrived like a hero riding his golden chariot.
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Did you see the chariot sculpture at the entrance? It's amazing!
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