老 | Japanese meaning

老【ろう】

Frequency rank: – (for form ろう: 23,605. – 23,729.)

noun (common) (futsuumeishi); noun, used as a prefix; noun, used as a suffix

old age; age; old people; the old; the aged; senior; elder

pronoun

I; me; my humble selfarchaismhumble (kenjougo) languageused by the elderly

Forms

老【ろう】
ろうFrequency rank: 23,605. – 23,729.

Generated definitions (experimental)

old age; age; old people; the old; the aged; senior; elder

This meaning refers to the later stages of life or individuals who are advanced in years. It can indicate respect and reverence for senior members of society and is often used in contexts discussing aging or elderly care.

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An event for elderly people will be held.

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My grandfather is elderly and enjoys going for walks every day.

I; me; my humble self

This meaning is used to refer to oneself in a humble or modest way, typically in formal or polite contexts. It implies a degree of deference towards the listener or in relation to others.

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I am able to express my thoughts.

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Being referred to as "I" is an honor for me.

Generated collocations (experimental)

to grow oldelderly personold age; the elder yearsagingsenior citizenlong-established (business)old age pensionnursing homeaged; oldanti-agingろうゆう老友old friendold ageto grow old oneselfeven in old ageaged; aged in appearance

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