go-kart
go-kart — noun
1. the British English spelling of the word 'go-cart', meaning a small vehicle used
the British English spelling of the word 'go-cart', meaning a small vehicle used for racing or an old-fashioned handcart
In British English, children race go-karts at the local track.
British spelling: go-kart vs. go-cart
Henry took his new go-kart to the circuit and practised driving around the bends.
British spelling: practised (UK) vs. practiced (US)
The red go-kart crossed the finish line first, and the crowd cheered.
Mayumi's go-kart skidded on gravel, and she replaced the worn tyre before the next race.
- go-cart
the same vehicle; 'go-cart' is the non-British or older spelling
用法筆記
In modern British English, 'go-kart' is the usual spelling for the racing vehicle, while 'go-cart' is an older or less common variant. Outside the UK, 'go-cart' is still used for a handcart or baby walker.
常見錯誤
2. a small open vehicle with a low body and no roof, designed to be driven around a
a small open vehicle with a low body and no roof, designed to be driven around a track for sport
Romi saved her birthday money to buy a go-kart for weekend racing.
collocation: buy a go-kart
The go-kart track near Kian's house opens every Saturday morning.
collocation: go-kart track
Sayaka's go-kart reached sixty kilometres an hour on the longest straight section.
Before driving a go-kart, Tyler put on a helmet and checked the tyres.
Sofia won the go-kart race after overtaking three drivers on the final lap.
- kart
shortened form, used especially in the compound 'kart racing'
- racing kart
more specific; emphasises that the vehicle is built for speed and competition
用法筆記
Drivers sit low to the ground in an open frame with no roof, doors, or windscreen. Go-karts are common at leisure parks and dedicated circuits for both children and adults.