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mato

[ˈma.t̪o]

verb

LanguageWest Makian

Meaning
  1. to be old (of people)
  2. to be old
  3. Refers to a person who has lived for many years.
Examples

Oa mato.

He is old.

Pronunciationˈma.t̪o

Part of speechverb

Usage noteThis word is specifically used for people.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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