Taximeter: meaning, definitions and examples
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taximeter
[ ˈtæksɪˌmiːtər ]
transportation device
A taximeter is a device used in taxis to measure the distance traveled and calculate the fare based on that distance. It typically has a display that shows the current fare as the ride progresses. Taximeters ensure that passengers are charged fairly based on the actual service provided. In many regions, taximeters are regulated to maintain consistency in pricing for taxi services.
Synonyms
fare meter, taxi meter.
Examples of usage
- The taxi driver adjusted the taximeter before we began our journey.
- Make sure the taximeter is running, or else you might be overcharged.
- The taximeter beeped when we reached our destination, indicating the final fare.
Translations
Translations of the word "taximeter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 taxímetro
🇮🇳 टैक्सीमीटर
🇩🇪 Taxameter
🇮🇩 takometer
🇺🇦 таксометр
🇵🇱 taxometr
🇯🇵 タクシーメーター
🇫🇷 taximètre
🇪🇸 taxímetro
🇹🇷 taksiemetre
🇰🇷 택시미터
🇸🇦 عداد العداد
🇨🇿 taxametr
🇸🇰 taxameter
🇨🇳 计程器
🇸🇮 taksimeter
🇮🇸 leigubíll
🇰🇿 таксометры
🇬🇪 ტაქსომეტრ
🇦🇿 taksiölçən
🇲🇽 taxímetro
Etymology
The term 'taximeter' originates from the French word 'taximètre', which itself is derived from the German word 'Taxameter'. The prefix 'taxi' relates to a charge or fee, coming from the Latin 'taxa', meaning a fixed charge or rate. The element 'meter' comes from the Greek word 'metron', meaning a measure. This combination reflects the device's primary purpose: to measure the fare charged to passengers based on the distance traveled. The invention of the taximeter dates back to the late 19th century, coinciding with the rise of the motorized taxi industry. Initially, taximeters were mechanical devices, which evolved into electronic systems in the 20th century, greatly improving accuracy and ease of use. Taximeters have become an integral part of taxi services around the world, often mandated by local governments to ensure fair pricing for the public.