From root: gulang
Usage Note
Paggulang describes the process of growing older or the transition into maturity. It is a formal way to describe the aging process of a person.
Examples
" Likas ang paggulang. "
Natural Translation
Aging is natural.
Literal Translation
Natural the aging.
" Bahagi ng buhay ang paggulang. "
Natural Translation
Aging is a part of life.
Literal Translation
Part of life the aging.
" Sa paglipas ng panahon, natutuhan niyang tanggapin ang paggulang bilang bahagi ng kanyang paglago. "
Natural Translation
As time passed, she learned to accept aging as a part of her growth.
Literal Translation
In passing of time, learned she-to accept the aging as part of her growth.
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