Prius Meaning in English

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Definition

Prius is most commonly known as a brand of hybrid car made by Toyota, famous for using both gasoline and electric power. 'Prius' can also refer specifically to the different car models under this brand.

Usage & Nuances

'Prius' is used as a proper noun and always capitalized. It specifically refers to Toyota's hybrid vehicles; not used as a general word for hybrids. It's frequently mentioned in eco-friendly discussions, car reviews, or when comparing fuel-efficient vehicles.

• Spanish: Prius (auto híbrido de Toyota)
• Portuguese (BR): Prius (carro híbrido da Toyota)
• Portuguese (PT): Prius (carro híbrido da Toyota)
• Chinese (Simplified): 普锐斯 (丰田混合动力汽车)
• Chinese (Traditional): 普銳斯 (豐田混合動力汽車)
• Hindi: प्रियस (टोयोटा हाइब्रिड कार)
• Arabic: بريوس (سيارة هجينة من تويوتا)
• Bengali: প্রিয়াস - টয়োটা প্রিয়াস (গাড়ির মডেল)
• Russian: Prius - Тойота Приус (гибридный автомобиль)
• Japanese: プリウス
• Vietnamese: Prius - xe Prius (ô tô hybrid của Toyota)
• Korean: 프리우스
• Turkish: Prius - Toyota Prius (hibrit araba)
• Urdu: پریوس - ٹویوٹا پریوس (گاڑی)
• Indonesian: Prius - Toyota Prius (mobil hibrida)

Example Sentences

They bought a new Prius last month.

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The Prius has become a symbol of eco-friendly driving.

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Have you ever ridden in a Prius before?

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My dad drives a Prius to work every day.

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A Prius uses both electricity and gasoline.

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When gas prices go up, more people consider buying a Prius.

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