From root: traysikol
Usage Note
Magtatraysikel refers to a person who drives a tricycle as a livelihood. They are a primary source of transport in residential areas and small towns in the Philippines.
Examples
" Masipag ang magtatraysikel. "
Natural Translation
The tricycle driver is hardworking.
Literal Translation
Hardworking the tricycle-driver.
" Kausapin mo ang magtatraysikel para sa pasahe. "
Natural Translation
Talk to the tricycle driver about the fare.
Literal Translation
Talk you to the tricycle-driver for the fare.
" Maraming magtatraysikel sa amin ang naghahanapbuhay buong araw para may maipakain sa kanilang pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Many tricycle drivers in our area work all day so they can put food on the table for their family.
Literal Translation
Many tricycle-driver in us that earning-living whole day so have feed to their family.
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