Tandang (en. Old chicken)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A breed of bird commonly known as a large hen, from the family of chickens.

The rooster last year produced many chicks.

Ang tandang noong nakaraang taon ay nagpayabong ng maraming sisiw.

Symbol of wisdom or experience, often referring to an elderly person.

Grandfather Juan is regarded as an elder in their community due to his advice.

Si Lolo Juan ay itinuturing na tandang sa kanilang barangay dahil sa kanyang mga payo.

Originating from the Malay word 'tandang' meaning 'elder' or 'older'.

Clearly remembered

Well remembered or recalled.

Tandang-tanda

sign

A mark or indication of having experience.

tanda

a person or specific character with high knowledge or capability

Who wouldn't know Mang Juan? He's the expert in mechanical work.

Sino ba namang hindi makakilala kay Mang Juan? Tandang yan sa mga gawaing mekanikal.

an old person or senior citizen, often used as a playful term

Hey, old man, your birthday is coming up soon!

Hoy, tandang, malapit na ang iyong kaarawan!

one of the terms used for casual, non-question inquiries

Well, you just stay there at your house.

Aba, tandang ka na lang dyan sa inyong bahay.