Adulto (en. Adult)

aˈdul.to

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is of full age or has finished growing.
Adults are usually responsible for their own decisions.
Ang mga adulto ay karaniwang responsable sa kanilang sariling mga desisyon.
An individual with the right and ability to legal contracts.
You need to be an adult to sign a contract.
Kailangan mong maging adulto upang makapag-sign ng kontrata.
The term for a person over eighteen (18) years of age.
In some countries, an adult is defined as over 18 years old.
Sa ilang mga bansa, ang isang adulto ay tinutukoy na higit sa 18 na taong gulang.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'adultus' meaning 'grown up' or 'mature'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to become an adult
to mature and accept responsibilities in life
maging adulto

Related Words

youth
Refers to people in their young ages, typically from 13 to 19 years old.
kabataan
elderly
A person who has aged or is older than the typical adult age.
matanda

Slang Meanings

Come on, let's party!
I'm an adult now, so come on, let's chill at home.
Adulto na ako, kaya tate na, chillax tayo sa bahay.
I have money now.
I'm an adult now, so I can buy what I want.
Adulto na ako, kaya kaya ko nang bilhin ang gusto ko.
Able to make decisions on my own.
I'm an adult now, so I'll take care of the food bill.
Adulto na ako, kaya't ako na ang taya sa pagkain.