Helicopter in Tagalog

“Helicopter” in Tagalog is “helikopter” – a direct adaptation of the English term widely used across the Philippines. This aviation term is universally recognized and remains consistent in Filipino vocabulary. Discover more about how this word functions in everyday Tagalog communication below.

[Words] = Helicopter

[Definition]:

• Helicopter /ˈhelɪkɒptər/
• Noun 1: A type of aircraft that derives both lift and propulsion from one or more sets of horizontally revolving overhead rotors.
• Noun 2: A rotorcraft that can take off and land vertically.
• Verb 1: To transport by helicopter.
• Verb 2: To fly in a helicopter.

[Synonyms] = Helikopter, Choppers (slang), Heli (informal), Sasakyang panghimpapawid na may rotor

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The rescue team arrived by helicopter to save the stranded hikers.
• Ex1_PH: Ang koponan ng pagsagip ay dumating sakay ng helikopter upang iligtas ang mga naiwang manlalakbay.
• Ex2_EN: A military helicopter flew over the city during the parade.
• Ex2_PH: Ang isang helikopter ng militar ay lumipad sa itaas ng lungsod sa panahon ng parada.
• Ex3_EN: We could hear the helicopter blades from miles away.
• Ex3_PH: Narinig namin ang mga talulot ng helikopter mula sa malayo.
• Ex4_EN: The president travels by helicopter to avoid traffic.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pangulo ay naglalakbay gamit ang helikopter upang maiwasan ang trapiko.
• Ex5_EN: They will helicopter the supplies to the remote island tomorrow.
• Ex5_PH: Dadalhin nila ang mga suplay gamit ang helikopter sa malayong isla bukas.