Lola (en. Grandmother)
lo-la
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A woman who is the parent of one of the parents.
My grandmother gives me sweet bread.
Ang lola ko ay nagbibigay sa akin ng matamis na tinapay.
A term of respect and love for an elderly woman.
I called her grandma while watching her stories.
Tinawag ko siyang lola habang pinapanood ang kanyang mga kwento.
Etymology
Originates from the Spanish word 'abuela'
Common Phrases and Expressions
No matter what happens, grandma.
A promise to grandma to always be there for her.
Kahit anong mangyari, lola.
Related Words
grandfather
Grandfather is the male counterpart of grandmother.
lolo
family
Family is made up of blood-related individuals where the grandmother has a significant role.
pamilya
Slang Meanings
Mom or Elderly person
Let's go to grandma, she wants us to help wash the clothes.
Sama na tayo kay lola, gusto niya tayong labhan ng mga damit.
Cool or Unique
Her grandma is super cool with fashion tips!
Ang lola niya, napaka-astig sa mga fashion tips!
Kind person
Grandma always has stories, she's a bit chatty but very kind.
Laging may kwento si lola, napaka-mahangin pero sobrang mabait.