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    Nakatatanda (en. Older)

    na-ka-ta-tan-da

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who is older than another person.
    He is the elder among his siblings.
    Siya ang nakatatanda sa kanyang mga kapatid.
    A person who has more experience or knowledge due to age.
    He is respectfully called elder by the people around.
    Buong galang siyang tinawag na nakatatanda ng mga tao sa paligid.

    Etymology

    A family term in Tagalog that refers to someone older.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to become an elder
    to become older or more experienced
    maging nakatatanda

    Related Words

    the elder
    A person who is older than a specific individual or group.
    nakatanda
    younger
    A person who is younger than another person.
    nakababata

    Slang Meanings

    Elder or older sibling, often used as a term of respect in informal contexts.
    I’m older than you, so I should be the one to decide!
    Nakatatanda na ako sayo, kaya ako ang masusunod!
    Older person with authority or experience in a group.
    Because he is older, he became the leader of the group.
    Dahil nakatatanda siya, siya ang naging lider ng grupo.
    Referring to someone who is wiser due to age.
    You should listen to him; he’s older and knows a lot.
    Dapat makinig ka sa kanya, nakatatanda yan at marami nang alam.