tandem
1 synonym for tandem, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Arranged one behind the other, or working together closely.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
in tandem
How to use tandem
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
in tandem
tandem bicycle
work in tandem
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin tandem ("at length, finally"), humorously applied in English to horses harnessed one behind the other rather than side by side.
Full origin of tandem →Frequently asked questions
What does “tandem” mean?
The word “tandem” means arranged one behind the other, or working together closely. In plain terms, working together, or lined up one behind another, like riders on a two-seat bicycle.
How do you pronounce “tandem”?
“Tandem” is pronounced TAN-duhm (/ˈtændəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “tandem” in a sentence?
Here is “tandem” used in a sentence: “They rode a tandem bicycle along the coast.”
What part of speech is “tandem”?
Depending on how it is used, “tandem” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Where does the word “tandem” come from?
The word “tandem” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin tandem ("at length, finally"), humorously applied in English to horses harnessed one behind the other rather than side by side.
Is “tandem” a common word?
“Tandem” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tandem” have?
“Tandem” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: arranged one behind the other, or working together closely.
