taxi (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun

Phonetic Transcription

/taksi/

Translation Options into English

• taxi
• cab

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "taxi" refers to a vehicle for hire that carries passengers between locations. It is commonly used across Hispanic countries and follows similar connotations as in English, signifying convenience and public transport service. The frequency of use is high in both oral and written contexts, especially in urban areas where taxis are a popular means of transportation.

Example Sentences

1. Me voy a casa en taxi.

2. I’m going home by taxi.

3. Ella llamó a un taxi para ir al aeropuerto.

4. She called a taxi to go to the airport.

5. El taxi llegó cinco minutos tarde.

6. The taxi arrived five minutes late.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Taxi" is a straightforward term with limited idiomatic use in Spanish. However, it can feature in colloquial expressions. Below are a few usages:

1. "Pedir un taxi."
2. Translation: "To call a taxi."

3. Example: Siempre pido un taxi cuando no tengo ganas de caminar.

   • Translation: "I always call a taxi when I don’t feel like walking."

4. "Tomar un taxi."

5. Translation: "To take a taxi."

6. Example: Es más rápido tomar un taxi que esperar el autobús.

   • Translation: "It’s faster to take a taxi than to wait for the bus."

7. "Estar en el taxi."

8. Translation: "To be in the taxi."
9. Example: Estuve en el taxi cuando escuché la noticia.
   • Translation: "I was in the taxi when I heard the news."

Etymology

The word "taxi" derives from the francés word "taximètre," which, in turn, comes from the combination of "taxa," meaning tax or charge, and “mètre,” meaning meter. The usage of the term has evolved seamlessly into different languages as motorized transport became common in the 20th century.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - Vehículo de alquiler (rental vehicle) - Cab (specifically in contexts where English is spoken, often Spanish-speaking tourists or residents use this term)

Antonyms: - Peatón (pedestrian) - Transporte público (public transport)

The use of "taxi" is prevalent and recognized across many Spanish-speaking regions, making it an integral part of urban mobility lexicon.