Manang (en. Older sister)

ma-nang

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A term for a younger woman who holds a senior position among a group.

She is my older sister, and she often takes care of me.

Siya ang aking manang, at madalas siyang nag-aalaga sa akin.

A way to greet or address a woman in a community.

Older sister, how are you?

Manang, kumusta ka na?

Refers to a younger woman, often used as a term of address for an elder in the family.

Older sister, what’s the news?

A question about the condition or news from the older sister.

Manang, anong balita?

big brother

A term of address for a younger man who holds a senior position among a group.

kuya

Aunt or older sister who is unmarried, often used in a teasing manner.

You’re like a manang at home, always just there and never going out.

Parang manang ka na sa bahay, lagi ka na lang nandiyan at hindi lumalabas.

A person with older or conservative views, often not up-to-date on trends.

Wow, you’re really manang now, your opinions are so old-fashioned!

Grabe, manang ka na talaga, ang luma ng mga opinyon mo!