From root: dyipni
Usage Note
Dyip-dyipan refers to a toy version of a jeepney or a game where children pretend to be in one.
Examples
" Gusto niya ang dyip-dyipan. "
Natural Translation
He likes the toy jeepney.
Literal Translation
Likes he the toy-jeepney.
" Naglalaro siya ng dyip-dyipan. "
Natural Translation
He is playing with a toy jeepney.
Literal Translation
Playing he of toy-jeepney.
" Habang naghihintay sa tunay na sasakyan, naglaro muna ang mga bata ng dyip-dyipan sa tabi ng kalsada. "
Natural Translation
While waiting for a real ride, the children first played toy jeepney by the side of the road.
Literal Translation
While waiting at real vehicle, played first the children of toy-jeepney at side of road.
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