Filipino · Travel & Places
istasyon
Station
Beginnernoun
Definition
A place where trains or buses stop for passengers.
Example
Malapit ang istasyon sa palengke.
The station is near the market.
Etymology
'Istasyon' is derived from the Spanish term 'estación', meaning 'station'. This term reflects the influence of Spanish on modern Filipino infrastructure vocabulary.
How & Where It’s Used
'Istasyon' is used in both formal and informal contexts, primarily in discussions about transport and travel in the Philippines.