Elderly in Tagalog

Elderly in Tagalog is “Matanda” or “Matatanda” – referring to people who are old or aging, typically past middle age. This term is used respectfully when discussing or referring to older members of society in Filipino culture.

Understanding how to properly use “matanda” in Tagalog shows respect for elders, which is a fundamental value in Filipino culture and social interactions.

[Words] = Elderly

[Definition]:

• Elderly /ˈeldərli/
• Adjective: (Of a person) old or aging; past middle age.
• Noun: Old people considered as a group.

[Synonyms] = Matanda, Matatanda, Edad, Nakatatanda, Gulang na, May edad na

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The elderly woman walks slowly to the market every morning to buy fresh vegetables.
– Ex1_PH: Ang matandang babae ay dahan-dahang naglalakad sa palengke tuwing umaga para bumili ng sariwang gulay.

• Ex2_EN: Our community center offers free health check-ups for the elderly every month.
– Ex2_PH: Ang aming community center ay nag-aalok ng libreng health check-up para sa mga matatanda bawat buwan.

• Ex3_EN: Many elderly people in the Philippines live with their children and grandchildren.
– Ex3_PH: Maraming matatandang tao sa Pilipinas ay nakatira kasama ang kanilang mga anak at apo.

• Ex4_EN: The government provides special discounts and benefits for elderly citizens.
– Ex4_PH: Ang gobyerno ay nagbibigay ng mga espesyal na diskwento at benepisyo para sa mga matatandang mamamayan.

• Ex5_EN: We should always show respect and care for the elderly in our society.
– Ex5_PH: Dapat tayong palaging magpakita ng respeto at pag-aalaga sa mga matanda sa ating lipunan.