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#Respect

Found 7 words matching this tag.

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Noun

unko

(UHN-koh)

An older man; a term of respect used for any male elder, regardless of blood relation.

Noun

uncle

(UN-kul)

Any older man deserving of respect, regardless of blood relation.

Noun

manong

(mah-NONG)

An older Filipino man or elder, often used as a respectful term of address.

Noun

kupuna

(koo-POO-nah)

A grandparent, elder, or ancestor; a respected older person who carries traditional knowledge and authority.

Noun

kahuna

(kah-HOO-nah)

A priest, expert, or master practitioner in any skill or profession.

Greeting

howzit, uncle?

(HOW-zit, UN-kul)

How are you, sir?

Noun

aunty

(AHN-tee)

A term of respect and affection for an older woman, whether she is a blood relative or not.