Ingkong (en. Grandfather)

/iŋ.kɔŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A term for grandfather or older man in the family.

My grandfather loves to tell stories of legends.

Ang ingkong ko ay mahilig magkwento ng mga alamat.

Can refer to an experienced or elderly person in a community.

This elder is well-known throughout the village.

Ang ingkong na ito ay kilalang-kilala sa buong baryo.

A term for a parent's father.

We went to grandfather's house to hold a celebration.

Pumunta kami sa bahay ng ingkong para magdaos ng salu-salo.

From the word 'ing' and 'kong' which refers to an elder relative in the family.

The elder is here

Showing respect to the elderly or referring to an elder.

Nandiyan ang ingkong

elder

Term for an elder who provides protection or guidance to the younger generation.

bubong

Grandfather

Why haven’t you called Grandfather to eat yet?

Bakit hindi mo pa tinatawag si Ingkong para kumain?

Boss or Caregiver

For me, Grandfather is the boss of the family.

Para sa akin, si Ingkong ang boss ng pamilya.

A person with wisdom and influence

We all respect Grandfather because of his knowledge.

Lahat tayo ay may respeto kay Ingkong dahil sa kanyang nalalaman.