Matuos (en. Mature)

ma-tu-os

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means fully developed or grown up at the right age or time.
Ana is mature for her age.
Si Ana ay matuos na para sa kanyang edad.
Having the ability or experience to progress in a particular field.
His perspective is mature and timely.
Ang kanyang pananaw ay matuos at napapanahon.
Indicating readiness or suitability for a situation.
A mature decision is needed for this issue.
Kailangan ang isang matuos na desisyon para sa isyung ito.

Etymology

From the root word 'tuos' meaning 'overflowing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mature perspective
A perspective with deep understanding and experience.
matuos na pananaw
mature decision
A decision rooted in experience and knowledge.
matuos na desisyon

Related Words

growth
The process of development or emergence.
paglago
wisdom
The fruit of knowledge and experience gained over time.
karunungan

Slang Meanings

Headstrong; hard-headed.
My sibling is really matuos. Won't listen to what I say.
Yung kapatid ko, matuos talaga. Ayaw makinig sa sinasabi ko.
Stubborn; won't give in.
He's matuos in what he's doing, even if it's wrong.
Matuos siya sa ginagawa niya, kahit mali na.
Determined; has a strong stance.
He's matuos in his dreams so he doesn't give up.
Matuos siya sa pangarap niya, kaya hindi siya sumusuko.