beterano
beteráno with stress marks
male veteran
Usage Note
Beterano, from Spanish veterano, refers to a man with long, distinguished service — most commonly in a military or professional context. It is a term of respect used in formal ceremonies and media coverage. The word also extends beyond the military to any field where experience is honoured. Beterana is the feminine form.
Examples
" Beterano ang aking lolo. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather is a veteran.
Literal Translation
Veteran the my grandfather.
" Ang beterano ay bumalik na sa bansa. "
Natural Translation
The veteran has returned to the country.
Literal Translation
The veteran has returned to country.
" Bilang isang beterano ng digmaan, madalas ikuwento ng matanda ang mga taon niyang naglingkod sa hukbong sandatahan. "
Natural Translation
As a war veteran, the old man often tells stories about the years he served in the armed forces.
Literal Translation
As a veteran of war, often is-told by old-man the years his served in armed forces.
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