Adult (en. Matanda)
/əˈdʌlt/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who has reached the age of maturity and is considered a member of society.
He is 18 years old, so he is an adult.
Ang kanyang edad ay 18, kaya siya ay isang adult na.
An individual with the legal capacity to make decisions and contracts.
As an adult, he has the right to vote in the elections.
Bilang isang adult, may karapatan siyang bumoto sa eleksyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't act like a child
Be responsible and behave properly like an adult.
huwag kumilos na parang bata
Related Words
youth
A person who is still in the process of growing up and has not yet reached adulthood.
kabataan
Slang Meanings
Mature person or someone of age.
He needs to become an adult and make decisions for himself.
Kailangan na niyang maging adult at magdesisyon para sa sarili niya.
Involved in adult activities, often related to romance or relationships.
Why do you seem uninterested in adult things, you’re too young for that!
Bakit parang ayaw na niyo makisali sa mga adult things, masyadong bata kayo para diyan!