Dyipni (en. Jeepney)

dÿipni

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of passenger vehicle commonly used in the Philippines.
I ride the jeepney to school.
Sumasakay ako sa dyipni papunta sa paaralan.
A passenger vehicle made from surplus military jeeps.
Jeepneys are usually colorful with vibrant designs.
Ang mga dyipni ay karaniwang bulak na may makulay na disenyo.
A symbol of public transportation and culture in the Philippines.
The jeepney is an important part of Filipino life.
Ang dyipni ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng buhay ng mga Pilipino.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Ride a jeepney
Having a ride on a jeepney as a primary mode of transportation.
Sumakay ng dyipni
Wait for the jeepney
The activity of waiting for the jeepney to arrive.
Maghintay ng dyipni

Related Words

vehicle
A general term for all types of vehicles.
sasakyan
tricycle
A small passenger vehicle with three wheels.
tricycle

Slang Meanings

Vehicle that goes around corners
Hey, let's ride the jeepney to town.
Kumusta, kasakay na tayo ng dyipni papuntang bayan.
City passenger vehicle
The jeepney is often full of people in the morning.
Ang dyipni ay madalas na puno ng tao sa umaga.
Vehicle that is more active on the road
The jeepney is fast even during traffic.
Mabilis ang dyipni kahit pa traffic.