From root: lolo
Usage Note
Maglolo is used to describe a pair consisting of a grandfather and his grandson or granddaughter. For example, Ang maglolo ay namamasyal sa parke means The grandfather and grandchild are strolling in the park.
Examples
" Magkasama ang maglolo. "
Natural Translation
The grandfather and grandchild are together.
Literal Translation
Together the grandfather-and-grandchild.
" Masayang nag-uusap ang maglolo. "
Natural Translation
The grandfather and grandchild are talking happily.
Literal Translation
Happily talking the grandfather-and-grandchild.
" Tuwing umaga, naglalakad ang maglolo sa parke habang masaya silang nagkukuwentuhan tungkol sa nakaraan. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, the grandfather and grandchild walk in the park while happily chatting about the past.
Literal Translation
Every morning, walking the grandfather-and-grandchild in park while happily they chatting about the past.
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