Taksimiter (en. Taximeter)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An instrument used in taxis to measure distance and calculate fare.
Make sure the taximeter is working before you leave the house.
Tiyakin mong gumagana ang taksimiter bago ka umalis sa bahay.
A type of device that automatically records the price based on time and distance.
The taximeter runs while we are traveling.
Ang taksimiter ay tumatakbo habang nasa biyahe kami.
An important part of a taxi that helps passengers know how much to pay.
You should check the taximeter before paying.
Dapat mong tingnan ang taksimiter bago magbayad.
Etymology
Derived from the English term 'taximeter'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Check the taximeter
Make sure the taximeter reading is correct before paying.
Suriin ang taksimiter
Related Words
driving
The process of driving a taxi from one location to another.
pagtakbo
taxi
Vehicle used for passenger transport with a predetermined fare based on the taximeter.
taxi
Slang Meanings
taxi with a displayed fare
Why is my taxi meter so high? Because of the traffic!
Bakit ang mahal ng taksimiter ko? Puro traffic kasi eh!
a taxi that charges with time
It takes a long time to fill up with passengers, so the meter often runs.
Ang tagal magpuno ng pasahero, kaya madalas umaandar ang taksimiter.
fare-scam alert
When my meter showed a high fare, my conversation with the driver went downhill.
Pag ang taksimiter ko ay nasa mataas na presyo, nag degrade ang chat ko sa driver.