VocabJLPT N2
handlebar
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. handle
  2. 2. steering wheel
  3. 3. handlebar
This noun is a loanword used to refer to a steering wheel in a vehicle. It can also refer to the handlebars of a bicycle or motorcycle. In computing contexts, it sometimes refers to a handle or username as well.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Sometimes I just want to leave the car and take the train home.

Sentence 2

"The steering wheel feels too light — it freaks me out," the new driver said.

Sentence 3

Just calm down and straighten the wheel out first.

Sentence 4

"It's pulling to the side even though the wheel is straight," my dad said, puzzled.

Sentence 5

Could you get the steering wheel replaced as soon as possible?