Magtanda (en. To age)

/maɡˈtanda/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of experiencing changes in physical appearance or characteristics due to the passage of time.
People age as they grow older.
Ang mga tao ay nagmagtanda habang sila ay tumatanda.
The arrival of a person at a stage in life where they are considered elderly.
In his old age, he gained a deeper perspective on life.
Sa kanyang pagtanda, nagkaroon siya ng mas malalim na pananaw sa buhay.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to age in love
To receive experiences that provide a deeper understanding of love.
magtanda ng pagmamahal

Related Words

sign
A mark or indicator that signifies a fact or occurrence, or a stage in a person's life.
tanda

Slang Meanings

to grow old
I hope you don't grow old too soon.
Sana hindi ka magtanda ng maaga.
older in age
Look at Mang Juan, he’s older now but still looks fresh.
Tingnan mo si Mang Juan, magtanda na siya pero fresh pa rin.
to become mature
You need to grow up to be more mature.
Kailangan mo nang magtanda para mas maging mature ka.