Amharic · Travel & Places
አውቶብስ
awtobus
Bus
Beginnernoun
Definition
A large road vehicle; blue-and-white minibuses rule Addis streets.
Example
በአውቶብስ ወደ ሥራ እሄዳለሁ።
I take the bus to work.
Etymology
The term 'አውቶብስ' (awtobus) is a loanword derived from the English word 'bus.' Introduced into the Amharic lexicon during the 20th century with the globalization of transport, it reflects Ethiopia's adaptation of modern infrastructure terminology.
How & Where It’s Used
'አውቶብስ' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often in spoken language among youth and urban dwellers. Its usage is consistent across Ethiopia, associated with public transport.