Gujarati · Travel & Places
ટૅક્સી
taxi
Taxi
Beginnernoun
Definition
A car you pay to be driven somewhere in.
Example
હોટેલ સુધી ટૅક્સી લઈએ.
Let's take a taxi to the hotel.
Etymology
The word 'ટૅક્સી' (taxi) is borrowed from the English 'taxi', which originates from the French 'taximètre', relating to the fee charged for transportation. It highlights the influence of Western transport terminology on Gujarati.
How & Where It’s Used
Used widely in both spoken and written forms, 'taxi' is an informal term prevalent in cities. It's a common part of dialogues and writings related to travel and urban commuting.