elderly person
[/ˈɛldərli ˈpɜrsən/]
nounpl: elderly people
idoso/idosa
1. A person who is old, typically considered to be 65 years of age or older
The elderly person crossed the street carefully with their cane.
O idoso atravessou a rua com cuidado com sua bengala.
2. An aged individual requiring or deserving respect and care
We should always help an elderly person carry their groceries.
Devemos sempre ajudar um idoso a carregar suas compras.
In Brazil, 'idoso' is the respectful and widely-used term in formal contexts, healthcare, and legislation. The diminutive 'velhinho/velhinha' is common in casual family settings with affection. In Portugal, 'velho' alone can be considered disrespectful, so 'pessoa idosa' is preferred. In the USA and English-speaking countries, 'elderly person' and 'senior citizen' are standard, though 'elderly' is declining in favor of more neutral terms like 'older adult' in contemporary usage.
NYC Slang
senior, old timer, golden ager
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