kutsero
kutséro with stress marks
rig driver
Usage Note
Kutsero refers to the driver of a kalesa (horse-drawn carriage), a mode of transport introduced during the Spanish colonial era. Although largely replaced by motorized vehicles, kalesa and their kutsero remain iconic in tourist areas like Intramuros in Manila and Vigan in Ilocos Sur.
Examples
" Matanda na ang kutsero. "
Natural Translation
The rig driver is already old.
Literal Translation
Old already the rig-driver.
" Masipag ang kutsero na nagmamaneho ng kalesa sa Intramuros. "
Natural Translation
The rig driver handling the carriage in Intramuros is hardworking.
Literal Translation
Hardworking the rig-driver that drives the carriage in Intramuros.
" Tuwing umaga, sinasakyan namin ang kalesa ng mabait na kutsero na nakakaalam ng bawat sulok ng lumang lungsod. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, we ride the carriage of the kind rig driver who knows every corner of the old city.
Literal Translation
Every morning, ride we the carriage of-the kind rig-driver who knows of every corner of old city.
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