Filipino · Travel & Places
eroplano
Airplane
Beginnernoun
Definition
A flying vehicle with wings and engines.
Example
Na-delay ang eroplano nang isang oras.
The plane was delayed by an hour.
Etymology
'Eroplano' comes from the Spanish word 'aeroplano', meaning 'airplane'. The term has been adopted into Tagalog, maintaining its original meaning.
How & Where It’s Used
'Eroplano' is used in both informal and formal discussions about air travel and transportation, recognized across the Philippines.