dyipni
dyípni with stress marks
jeepney
Usage Note
Dyipni is the most iconic form of public transport in the Philippines, known for its vivid painted decorations and open-back bench seating. In daily conversation it is most commonly shortened to dyip, and it evolved from surplus US military jeeps after World War II.
Examples
" Sumakay tayo ng dyipni. "
Natural Translation
Let's ride a jeepney.
Literal Translation
Ride we of jeepney.
" Ang dyipni ay maraming pasahero. "
Natural Translation
The jeepney has many passengers.
Literal Translation
The jeepney has many passengers.
" Mas mura ang pamasahe sa dyipni kaysa sa taksi, kaya marami pa ring umaasa rito tuwing umaga. "
Natural Translation
The fare on a jeepney is cheaper than a taxi, so many people still rely on it every morning.
Literal Translation
More cheap the fare in jeepney than in taxi, so many still relying here every morning.
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