disiotso
eighteen
Usage Note
Disiotso is the Filipino adaptation of Spanish dieciocho, the number 18, used interchangeably with the native labingwalo. Reaching disiotso years of age is legally significant in the Philippines, marking adulthood and the right to vote.
Examples
" Disiotso na ako ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I am eighteen now.
Literal Translation
Eighteen already I now.
" Kailangan mong maging disiotso taong gulang para bumoto. "
Natural Translation
You need to be eighteen years old to vote.
Literal Translation
Need you to-be eighteen years old to vote.
" Pagdating mo ng disiotso, magkakaroon ka na ng karapatang bumoto at magbukas ng sariling bank account. "
Natural Translation
When you turn eighteen, you'll have the right to vote and open your own bank account.
Literal Translation
Upon-arrival your of eighteen, will-have you already of right to-vote and to-open of own bank account.
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