manang
mánang with stress marks
elderly woman; older sister (honorific)
Usage Note
Manang is a respectful title for an older woman, often one who is notably religious or conservative. While similar to 'ate', it carries a more formal or traditional tone and is frequently used to address female elders in the community or provinces.
Examples
" Mabait si Manang Rosa. "
Natural Translation
Manang Rosa is kind.
Literal Translation
Kind [marker] Elder-lady Rosa.
" Bumili ako ng gulay kay Manang. "
Natural Translation
I bought vegetables from the elder lady/vendor.
Literal Translation
Bought I [,] vegetable from Elder-lady.
" Tuwing umaga, dumadaan ang manang sa simbahan bago siya magtinda ng gulay sa palengke. "
Natural Translation
Every morning, the elder lady stops by the church before she sells vegetables at the market.
Literal Translation
Every morning, passes the elder-lady at church before she sell of vegetable at market.
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