Nakatatanda (en. Older)

na-ka-ta-tan-da

Synonyms

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.