When talking about people and their age, 年老 (niánlǎo) means 'old'. It's generally used for older adults. You might hear it in sentences like '他年老了' (Tā niánlǎo le), meaning 'He is old now'. This term specifically refers to the state of being old in a person's life.
When talking about people's age, use 年老 (niánlǎo) to describe someone as old. It's often used for the elderly, implying they are advanced in years. You might hear it in phrases like 年老体弱 (niánlǎo tǐruò), meaning 'old and infirm'.
It's generally a more formal and respectful way to say 'old' compared to other terms. While you could use 老 (lǎo) by itself, adding 年 emphasizes the passage of time. So, if you want to politely refer to someone as old, 年老 is a good choice.
When talking about people, if you want to say someone is 'old,' you should use 年老 (niánlǎo). It specifically refers to the age of individuals.
It's important not to confuse it with 老 (lǎo), which can be used for things as well as people. While 老 can mean 'old' for people, 年老 emphasizes the advanced age of a person.
Think of it as a more formal and specific way to describe someone as elderly.
When we talk about people, 年老 (niánlǎo) means old.
It's important to remember that this word specifically refers to people, not objects.
You wouldn't use 年老 to describe an old car, for example.
A common mistake is to confuse 年老 with 老 (lǎo). While 老 can also mean old, it has a broader usage and can apply to both people and things.
So, when you want to specifically emphasize the old age of a person, 年老 is a good choice.
§ Understanding 年老 (niánlǎo)
Alright, let's get into 年老 (niánlǎo). This word is pretty straightforward, but like many Chinese words, there are nuances that are important to pick up on early. It means 'old' but specifically for people, and it often carries a sense of advanced age, sometimes with the connotations of frailty or decline. You wouldn't use it for old objects, for example. We'll dive into how to use it correctly so you don't sound unnatural.
- Definition
- Old (of people).
§ Basic Usage: As an Adjective
The most common way you'll see 年老 (niánlǎo) is as an adjective. It directly modifies nouns to describe someone as being old. It's often used with the structure '很 + 年老' (hěn + niánlǎo) for 'very old', or '不 + 年老' (bù + niánlǎo) for 'not old'.
她已经很年老了。
Tā yǐjīng hěn niánlǎo le.
She is already very old.
他虽然年老，但身体还很健康。
Tā suīrán niánlǎo, dàn shēntǐ hái hěn jiànkāng.
Although he is old, his health is still very good.
§ Using 年老 with '的' (de)
When you want to use 年老 (niánlǎo) to describe a noun directly, you can often add '的' (de) after it, just like many other adjectives. This creates an adjectival phrase that modifies the noun. This is a very common and natural way to speak.
年老的父母需要更多的关爱。
Niánlǎo de fùmǔ xūyào gèng duō de guān'ài.
Old parents need more care.
这位年老的教授有很多知识。
Zhè wèi niánlǎo de jiàoshòu yǒu hěn duō zhīshì.
This old professor has a lot of knowledge.
§ When to Choose 年老 (niánlǎo) over 老 (lǎo)
You might be thinking, "What's the difference between 年老 (niánlǎo) and just 老 (lǎo)?" Good question. While 老 (lǎo) also means 'old' for people, 年老 (niánlǎo) often suggests a more advanced age or a formal tone. It can sometimes imply a certain level of frailty or the natural decline that comes with age. 老 (lǎo) is more general and can be used in more contexts, including affectionately.
- Use 年老 (niánlǎo) when you want to emphasize advanced age or a more formal description.
- Use 老 (lǎo) when being more general, or even affectionately. For instance, '老王' (lǎo Wáng) is a common way to refer to an older person affectionately, but you wouldn't say '年老王'.
很多年老的人喜欢安静的生活。
Hěn duō niánlǎo de rén xǐhuān ānjìng de shēnghuó.
Many old people like a quiet life.
§ Common Phrases and Set Expressions
年老 (niánlǎo) often appears in certain phrases that are good to know. These aren't strict idioms, but rather common collocations that make your Chinese sound more natural.
- 年老体弱 (niánlǎo tǐruò): Old and frail/weak. This is a common four-character expression.
- 年老多病 (niánlǎo duōbìng): Old and sickly.
他因为年老体弱，已经不能工作了。
Tā yīnwèi niánlǎo tǐruò, yǐjīng bù néng gōngzuò le.
Because he is old and frail, he can no longer work.
Mastering 年老 (niánlǎo) is about understanding its specific use for people and recognizing when it's more appropriate than the general 老 (lǎo). Keep practicing with these examples, and you'll get the hang of it quickly. Good job!
§ Don't Use 年老 (niánlǎo) for Objects or Animals
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make with 年老 (niánlǎo) is using it to describe things that aren't people. Remember, 年老 (niánlǎo) specifically refers to the old age of human beings. You wouldn't say a car is 年老 (niánlǎo), and you wouldn't say a cat is 年老 (niánlǎo). This is a very common pitfall because in English, 'old' can apply to almost anything.
我奶奶年老了，需要多休息。(My grandma is old and needs more rest.)
§ Using 老 (lǎo) vs. 年老 (niánlǎo)
While both 老 (lǎo) and 年老 (niánlǎo) can mean 'old', they aren't always interchangeable. 老 (lǎo) is more general and can be used for people, objects, and even animals. 年老 (niánlǎo) is more formal and specifically refers to a person's advanced age, often implying a state of being elderly. Using 年老 (niánlǎo) for a young person who just happens to be 'old' in a specific context (like 'old friend') would be incorrect and sound strange.
这棵树很老了。(This tree is very old.)
- Remember:
- 老 (lǎo) can describe age for anything. 年老 (niánlǎo) is only for people.
§ Don't Overuse 年老 (niánlǎo)
Because 年老 (niánlǎo) carries a sense of formality and emphasizes advanced age, it's not always the best choice for every situation where you want to say 'old person'. Often, simply 老人 (lǎorén - old person/elderly person) or even just 老 (lǎo) followed by a surname can be more natural and common in everyday conversation. For instance, when politely referring to an elderly person you know, simply saying '王老 (Wáng lǎo - Old Wang)' is very common and respectful.
When speaking generally about the elderly population: 很多年老的人需要帮助。(Many elderly people need help.)
When talking about someone's specific state of being old: 他看起来很年老。(He looks very old.)
§ Confusing 年老 (niánlǎo) with 年轻 (niánqīng)
This might seem obvious, but for beginners, it's easy to mix up words that look somewhat similar. 年老 (niánlǎo) means old, while 年轻 (niánqīng) means young. Pay close attention to the characters and their meanings. The character 老 (lǎo) means old, and 轻 (qīng) means light, which is associated with youth in this context.
- Key Difference:
- 年老 (niánlǎo) - old (people). 年轻 (niánqīng) - young (people).
他虽然年老，但心态很年轻。(Although he is old, his mindset is very young.)
発音ガイド
- Mispronouncing the tone of 'lǎo' as a second tone instead of a third tone.
知っておくべき文法
年老 (nián lǎo) is primarily used to describe people, especially indicating an advanced age or being elderly. It can function as an adjective or part of an adjective phrase.
他已经年老了，需要多休息。(Tā yǐjīng niánlǎo le, xūyào duō xiūxi. - He is already old and needs more rest.)
It can be used before a noun to describe a person's state, often with 的 (de).
年老的人。(nián lǎo de rén. - Old people.)
When used as a predicate, it often appears with adverbs like 很 (hěn - very), 比较 (bǐjiào - relatively), or 太 (tài - too) to express degree.
我的爷爷年老了，但是身体很好。(Wǒ de yéye niánlǎo le, dànshì shēntǐ hěn hǎo. - My grandpa is old, but his health is very good.)
Do not confuse 年老 (nián lǎo) with 老 (lǎo). While both mean 'old,' 老 (lǎo) can be used for people or things, while 年老 (nián lǎo) specifically refers to the age of people. 老 (lǎo) is more general.
这张桌子很老了。(Zhè zhāng zhuōzi hěn lǎo le. - This table is very old.) (You cannot use 年老 here.)
年老 (nián lǎo) can also imply a sense of feebleness or the typical characteristics associated with old age.
他因为年老，行动有些不便。(Tā yīnwèi niánlǎo, xíngdòng yǒuxiē bùbiàn. - Because of old age, he has some inconvenience in movement.)
レベル別の例文
我的爷爷奶奶都年老了，他们喜欢在公园散步。
My grandparents are both old, they like to take walks in the park.
年老的父母需要更多的关爱和陪伴。
Elderly parents need more care and companionship.
这家养老院里住着很多年老的长者。
Many elderly people live in this nursing home.
他虽然年老，但身体依然很健康。
Although he is old, his body is still very healthy.
随着年龄的增长，年老是每个人都会经历的过程。
As age increases, getting old is a process everyone will experience.
这位年老的教授还在坚持教学。
This elderly professor is still insisting on teaching.
我们应该尊重和照顾年老的邻居。
We should respect and take care of our elderly neighbors.
年老的人有时候记忆力会变差。
Old people sometimes have worse memory.
よく使う組み合わせ
よく使うフレーズ
他年老了，腿脚不方便。(Tā nián lǎo le, tuǐ jiǎo bù fāng biàn.)
He is old, and his legs are not convenient (to move).
随着年龄的增长，年老的人需要更多的照顾。(Suí zhe nián líng de zēng zhǎng, nián lǎo de rén xū yào gèng duō de zhào gù.)
With increasing age, old people need more care.
年老是人生的一个阶段。(Nián lǎo shì rén shēng de yī gè jiē duàn.)
Old age is a stage of life.
她照顾年老的邻居。(Tā zhào gù nián lǎo de lín jū.)
She takes care of her old neighbor.
很多年老的人喜欢安静的生活。(Hěn duō nián lǎo de rén xǐ huān ān jìng de shēng huó.)
Many old people like a quiet life.
年老的时候，回忆过去是美好的。(Nián lǎo de shí hou, huí yì guò qù shì měi hǎo de.)
When old, reminiscing about the past is beautiful.
年老的人更容易生病。(Nián lǎo de rén gèng róng yì shēng bìng.)
Old people are more susceptible to illness.
年老不代表没有价值。(Nián lǎo bù dài biǎo méi yǒu jià zhí.)
Old age does not mean without value.
我们应该尊重年长的人。(Wǒ men yīng gāi zūn zhòng nián zhǎng de rén.)
We should respect the elderly.
虽然年老，但他仍然很健康。(Suī rán nián lǎo, dàn tā réng rán hěn jiàn kāng.)
Although old, he is still very healthy.
よく混同される語
Most general term for 'old'; can be for people or things. When referring to people, it can be neutral or respectful. Used in many compounds like 老师 (teacher).
Only for things; means old, worn out, not new. Never for people.
Means ancient, very old, time-honored. Used for historical items, cultures, or places, not for a living person's age.
文法パターン
慣用句と表現
"年事已高 (nián shì yǐ gāo)"
Advanced in years; old in age.
他虽然年事已高，但身体依然很健康。 (Although he is advanced in years, his health is still very good.)
formal"老有所依 (lǎo yǒu suǒ yī)"
The elderly have someone to depend on.
社区服务中心致力于让每一位老人都能老有所依。 (The community service center is dedicated to ensuring every elder has someone to depend on.)
neutral"老当益壮 (lǎo dāng yì zhuàng)"
Old but still vigorous; hale and hearty in old age.
爷爷虽然八十多岁了，但依然老当益壮，每天坚持锻炼。 (Although grandpa is over eighty, he is still hale and hearty and insists on exercising every day.)
neutral"颐养天年 (yí yǎng tiān nián)"
To live out one's remaining years in comfort; enjoy a peaceful old age.
他退休后选择回到家乡，颐养天年。 (After retiring, he chose to return to his hometown to enjoy a peaceful old age.)
formal"老马识途 (lǎo mǎ shí tú)"
An old horse knows the way; an experienced person knows what to do.
在这方面，他可是老马识途，你听他的没错。 (In this regard, he is an old horse who knows the way, you won't go wrong listening to him.)
neutral"白发苍苍 (bái fà cāng cāng)"
Having a head full of white hair; hoary with age.
奶奶已经白发苍苍，但笑容依然和蔼。 (Grandma's hair is already white, but her smile is still kind.)
neutral"人老珠黄 (rén lǎo zhū huáng)"
A woman grows old and loses her beauty; an old pearl turns yellow (refers to a woman losing her youth and beauty).
她担心自己人老珠黄，丈夫会不喜欢她了。 (She worried that she would lose her youth and beauty and her husband would no longer like her.)
informal"老气横秋 (lǎo qì héng qiū)"
Having an air of agedness (usually referring to young people who act like old people); affectedly mature.
他小小年纪就一副老气横秋的样子，很不讨人喜欢。 (At such a young age, he has an air of agedness, which makes him unpopular.)
neutral"老当益壮，宁移白首之心 (lǎo dāng yì zhuàng, níng yí bái shǒu zhī xīn)"
Old but still vigorous, how can the ambition of youth be changed? (Literally: old and strong, how can the heart of a white-haired person be moved?)
他虽然已经退休，但依然老当益壮，宁移白首之心，继续为社区服务。 (Although he has retired, he is still old but vigorous, and his ambition of youth remains unchanged, continuing to serve the community.)
formal"敬老爱幼 (jìng lǎo ài yòu)"
Respect the aged and cherish the young.
敬老爱幼是中华民族的传统美德。 (Respecting the aged and cherishing the young is a traditional virtue of the Chinese nation.)
neutral間違えやすい
Often confused with other words for 'old' like 老 (lǎo) or 旧 (jiù).
年老 specifically refers to the old age of people. It's often used in a more formal or respectful context, or to describe the state of being elderly. It emphasizes the passage of years.
他已经年老，需要照顾。 (Tā yǐjīng niánlǎo, xūyào zhàogù.) - He is already old and needs care.
This is a very common word for 'old' and can be used for people, things, or even abstract concepts, leading to overlap with 年老 but also broader usage.
老 is a versatile word. For people, it can mean old (like in 老师 - teacher, or 老板 - boss, where it's a term of respect, not necessarily age), but also refers to being old in a general sense. For objects, it means old/worn out. For concepts, it can mean long-standing. Compared to 年老, 老 is much more general.
我的爷爷很老了。 (Wǒ de yéye hěn lǎo le.) - My grandpa is very old.
Learners might think this also means 'old' in the same way as 年老 or 老, especially when talking about things.
旧 exclusively refers to things being old, worn out, or not new. It's never used for people's age. Think 'old clothes,' 'old car.'
我有一件旧衣服。 (Wǒ yǒu yī jiàn jiù yīfu.) - I have an old piece of clothing.
Another word containing '老', it can be mistaken for general 'old'.
古老 means ancient, very old, or time-honored. It's typically used for historical objects, civilizations, traditions, or places, not for the current age of a living person.
这是一个古老的城市。 (Zhè shì yī gè gǔlǎo de chéngshì.) - This is an ancient city.
Similar to 旧, but with a slightly different nuance that can cause confusion.
陈旧 means old-fashioned, antiquated, or stale. It often implies a lack of freshness or being out of date, beyond just being 'old'. Can be used for ideas, styles, or objects.
这个理论已经很陈旧了。 (Zhè gè lǐlùn yǐjīng hěn chénjiù le.) - This theory is already very outdated.
文型パターン
subject + 很 + 年老
我的奶奶很年老. (Wǒ de nǎinai hěn niánlǎo. My grandma is very old.)
年老 的 + noun
年老 的 人 常常 需要 帮助. (Niánlǎo de rén chángcháng xūyào bāngzhù. Old people often need help.)
随着 年龄 的 增长, 身体 会 变得 年老.
随着 年龄 的 增长, 身体 会 变得 年老. (Suízhe niánlíng de zēngzhǎng, shēntǐ huì biànde niánlǎo. As age increases, the body becomes old.)
有些人 虽然 年老, 但 心态 很 年轻.
有些人 虽然 年老, 但 心态 很 年轻. (Yǒuxiē rén suīrán niánlǎo, dàn xīntài hěn niánqīng. Some people, although old, have a young mindset.)
年老 的 父母 需要 孩子 们 的 照顾.
年老 的 父母 需要 孩子 们 的 照顾. (Niánlǎo de fùmǔ xūyào háizi men de zhàogù. Elderly parents need their children's care.)
他 看起来 很 年老, 但 实际上 才 五十多岁.
他 看起来 很 年老, 但 实际上 才 五十多岁. (Tā kànqǐlái hěn niánlǎo, dàn shíjì shang cái wǔshí duō suì. He looks very old, but he is actually only in his fifties.)
年老 并不 意味着 停止 学习 和 探索.
年老 并不 意味着 停止 学习 和 探索. (Niánlǎo bìng bù yìwèizhe tíngzhǐ xuéxí hé tànsuǒ. Being old does not mean stopping learning and exploring.)
如何 面对 年老 是 一个 值得 思考 的 问题.
如何 面对 年老 是 一个 值得 思考 的 问题. (Rúhé miànduì niánlǎo shì yīgè zhídé sīkǎo de wèntí. How to face old age is a question worth thinking about.)
使い方
年老 (niánlǎo) is used to describe people who are old. It generally refers to a state of being elderly. It can be used directly before a noun (e.g., 年老的人 - niánlǎo de rén - old people) or as a predicate (e.g., 他很年老 - tā hěn niánlǎo - He is very old).
A common mistake is confusing 年老 (niánlǎo) with 旧 (jiù) or 老 (lǎo).
- 旧 (jiù) is used for old inanimate objects (e.g., 旧衣服 - jiù yīfú - old clothes).
- 老 (lǎo) is more versatile. It can mean old (of people) but also old (of things), or it can be an honorific or a surname. While 老 (lǎo) can be used for old people, 年老 (niánlǎo) specifically emphasizes the elderly state. For example, you can say 老人 (lǎo rén - old person) or 年老的人 (niánlǎo de rén - old person), but 年老 (niánlǎo) focuses more on the attribute of being old.
ヒント
Basic Meaning
年老 (niánlǎo) means old when referring to people. It's often used to describe someone's age.
Common Usage
You'll frequently see 年老 in contexts talking about elderly people, like 'the old man' (年老的人 niánlǎo de rén) or 'growing old' (渐渐年老 jiànjiàn niánlǎo).
Distinction from 老 (lǎo)
While 老 (lǎo) also means old, 年老 emphasizes the concept of being old in years. 老 can have other meanings like 'experienced' or 'respectful address'.
Sentence Structure
年老 can be used as an adjective before a noun (年老的 bàba - an old father) or as part of a predicate (他很年老了 tā hěn niánlǎo le - he is very old now).
Formal Context
年老 tends to be a bit more formal or literary than just using 老. It's suitable for written contexts or more serious discussions about aging.
Example Sentence 1
她虽然年老，但依然很健康。 (Tā suīrán niánlǎo, dàn yīrán hěn jiànkāng.) She is old, but still very healthy.
Example Sentence 2
我们应该尊敬年老的人。 (Wǒmen yīnggāi zūnjìng niánlǎo de rén.) We should respect old people.
Example Sentence 3
这位年老的教授很有智慧。 (Zhè wèi niánlǎo de jiàoshòu hěn yǒu zhìhuì.) This old professor is very wise.
Avoiding Redundancy
You don't usually say '很年老' (hěn niánlǎo - very old) in everyday speech; '很老' (hěn lǎo) is more common. 年老 already carries the meaning of being significantly old.
Connecting to 年 (nián)
Remember that 年 (nián) means year. So, 年老 literally hints at being old in years, making its meaning quite intuitive.
暗記しよう
記憶術
Think of an old person (年老) feeling the 'new low' of aging. This helps connect the sound 'nian lao' to the meaning 'old.'
視覚的連想
Imagine a very old tree with gnarled branches and deep roots. This tree has seen many years (年) and is now old (老). You can even imagine it's an 'old year' tree to link back to 年 (nián) meaning year. When you see 年老, picture this ancient, wise tree.
Word Web
チャレンジ
Try to describe your grandparents or an older relative using 年老. For example, '我的奶奶很年老了，但是她还很健康。' (My grandma is very old, but she is still very healthy.) Or, '他虽然年老，但心里很年轻。' (Although he is old, he is young at heart.)
実生活で練習する
実際の使用場面
Describing someone's age
- 他看起来很年老。
- 她虽然年老，但是身体还很好。
- 我的奶奶已经很年老了。
Talking about the elderly in general
- 我们应该尊敬年老的人。
- 社会应该关心年老的人。
- 年老的人需要更多的帮助。
Discussing the challenges of old age
- 年老有时会带来一些健康问题。
- 年老可能会感到孤独。
- 很多人害怕年老。
Talking about respecting elders
- 尊敬年老的人是一种美德。
- 我们应该照顾年老的父母。
- 年老的人有很多宝贵的经验。
Referring to someone's advanced years
- 他年老体弱。
- 她年老了，头发都白了。
- 即使年老，他依然充满活力。
会話のきっかけ
"你觉得年老的人应该如何保持健康？"
"你对年老有什么看法？"
"你有没有年老的亲戚或朋友？他们怎么样？"
"你认为社会应该如何更好地支持年老的人？"
"你觉得年老最大的好处和坏处是什么？"
日記のテーマ
描述一位你认识的年老的人，包括他们的性格和生活习惯。
你对变老有什么期待或担忧？写下你的想法。
如果你有机会和一位年老的人交流，你会问他们什么问题？
思考并写下你认为年老的人对社会做出的贡献。
想象一下你年老时的生活，你希望会是什么样子？
よくある質問
10 問年老 (niánlǎo) specifically refers to 'old age' or 'being elderly' in a more formal or descriptive way, often emphasizing the state of being old. 老 (lǎo) is a more general term for 'old' and can be used for people, objects, or even abstract concepts. For example, you might say '这位老人' (zhè wèi lǎorén - this old person) using 老, but if you want to emphasize their advanced age, you could say '他已经年老了' (tā yǐjīng niánlǎo le - he is already old/elderly).
No, 年老 (niánlǎo) is strictly used for people. If you want to describe old things, you'd use 老 (lǎo) (e.g., 老房子 - lǎo fángzi - old house) or 旧 (jiù) (e.g., 旧衣服 - jiù yīfu - old clothes, meaning worn out).
年老 (niánlǎo) is a neutral, descriptive term. It's not inherently impolite, but it's often used in more formal contexts or when discussing the concept of aging. When speaking directly to an elderly person, you might use more respectful terms like 老年人 (lǎoniánrén), which means 'elderly person' or 'senior citizen'.
You can use 年老 (niánlǎo) as an adjective or as part of a phrase. For example:
• 年老的父母 (niánlǎo de fùmǔ) - elderly parents
• 他因为年老而退休了。(Tā yīnwèi niánlǎo ér tuìxiū le.) - He retired because of old age.
Yes, other terms related to old age include 老年 (lǎonián), which means 'old age' as a period of life, and 衰老 (shuāilǎo), which implies 'to age' or 'to grow old' and often carries a connotation of decline. 年老 (niánlǎo) is the most direct and common way to say 'old (of people)' in a descriptive sense.
No, 年老 (niánlǎo) is primarily a noun (meaning 'old age' or 'elderliness') or an adjective (meaning 'old/elderly' when modifying a noun like 'parents'). If you want to express the action of 'getting old', you'd use a verb like 变老 (biànlǎo) or 衰老 (shuāilǎo).
The pinyin is niánlǎo.
• 年 (nián) is a second tone (rising tone).
• 老 (lǎo) is a third tone (falling-rising tone).
While understandable, 年老 (niánlǎo) is a bit more formal or literary. In casual conversation, people might simply use 老 (lǎo) or descriptive phrases. For instance, instead of saying '他很年老' (tā hěn niánlǎo), you might hear '他年纪大了' (tā niánjì dà le - he is old in age).
• 年 (nián) means 'year' or 'age'.
• 老 (lǎo) means 'old'.
Together, they literally mean 'year old' or 'age old', conveying the concept of old age.
Yes, you might encounter phrases like:
• 年老体弱 (niánlǎo tǐruò) - old and infirm/weak due to old age
• 安度晚年 (āndù wǎnnián) - to spend one's remaining years in comfort (often implying a peaceful old age)
自分をテスト 78 問
Which word means 'old' (for people)?
年老 specifically refers to people being old, often implying advanced age. 大 means big or old in a general sense, not specifically for human age.
My grandmother is very old. How do you say 'old' in this sentence?
年老 is the correct word to describe an old person. 大 (dà) means big, new (xīn) means new, and 小 (xiǎo) means small.
Which of these sentences correctly uses '年老'?
年老 is used to describe the age of people, not objects like cars, books, or apples.
You can use 年老 (niánlǎo) to describe an old building.
年老 (niánlǎo) is used specifically for people being old, not for objects or buildings. For objects, you might use 老 (lǎo) or 旧 (jiù).
My father is 年老 (niánlǎo) now.
年老 (niánlǎo) is correctly used here to describe a person's age.
年老 (niánlǎo) is a good word to describe a young person.
年老 (niánlǎo) means 'old (of people)', so it's not suitable for describing a young person.
This sentence means 'He is old.' The usual word order in Chinese is Subject + Adjective + 了 (le) to indicate a change of state.
This sentence means 'My grandma is very old.' The possessive '我的' (wǒ de) comes before the noun '奶奶' (nǎinai), and '很' (hěn) acts as an intensifier before the adjective '年老' (niánlǎo).
This phrase means 'old people.' The structure 'Adjective + 的 (de) + Noun' is used to describe a noun.
Choose the best word to complete the sentence: 我的奶奶已经很___了，她走路需要拐杖。
The sentence describes someone who needs a cane to walk, indicating they are old. 年老 means 'old (of people)'.
Which of these sentences correctly uses 年老?
年老 specifically refers to people being old, not objects. The correct sentence describes a person enjoying walks in the park when they are old.
If someone is described as '年老', what does it mean?
年老 directly translates to 'old (of people)'.
年老 can be used to describe an old car.
年老 is exclusively used for people, not objects like cars.
When someone is 年老, they are usually in their youth.
年老 means old, which is the opposite of youth.
It is common to say '年老的爷爷' (old grandpa).
年老 is correctly used to describe people, so '年老的爷爷' is a grammatically correct and common phrase.
My grandma is already very old this year.
He looks a bit old, but his health is still good.
Old people need more care and help.
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那位年老的先生是我的老师。
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我希望我的父母即使年老也能过得很幸福。
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我们应该尊重年老的人。
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Write a sentence describing an old person you know, using '年老'.
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我的奶奶很年老，但是她很健康。(My grandma is very old, but she is very healthy.)
Translate this sentence into Chinese: "My grandfather is getting old."
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我的爷爷正在变年老。(My grandfather is getting old.)
Describe a common challenge that年老 people might face.
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年老的人可能走路不方便。(Old people may have difficulty walking.)
学生们喜欢这位老师的原因是什么？
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他很尊敬年老的老师。老师虽然年老，但是他的知识很丰富。学生们都喜欢听他讲课。
学生们喜欢这位老师的原因是什么？
文章中提到“老师虽然年老，但是他的知识很丰富。学生们都喜欢听他讲课。”这表明学生喜欢老师是因为他的知识丰富。
文章中提到“老师虽然年老，但是他的知识很丰富。学生们都喜欢听他讲课。”这表明学生喜欢老师是因为他的知识丰富。
这位年老的阿姨每天早上做什么？
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我的邻居是一位年老的阿姨。她每天早上都会去公园散步。她喜欢和朋友们一起聊天。
这位年老的阿姨每天早上做什么？
文章中明确提到“她每天早上都会去公园散步”。
文章中明确提到“她每天早上都会去公园散步”。
我们应该如何对待年老的人？
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年老的人需要更多的关心和照顾。我们可以帮助他们做家务，或者陪他们聊天。
我们应该如何对待年老的人？
文章中明确指出“年老的人需要更多的关心和照顾。我们可以帮助他们做家务，或者陪他们聊天。”
文章中明确指出“年老的人需要更多的关心和照顾。我们可以帮助他们做家务，或者陪他们聊天。”
Describe a common situation where people become 年老 (naturally old), including their physical state or common activities they might do. Use at least two complete sentences.
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当人们年老时，他们常常会退休，头发变白。他们喜欢在公园里慢慢散步，享受阳光。
Imagine you are talking about your grandparents. How would you describe them using 年老? Write a short paragraph (2-3 sentences).
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我的爷爷奶奶都年老了，但他们身体还很健康。他们很关心我们，常常给我们讲故事。我很爱他们。
Write a sentence comparing someone who is 年老 with someone who is 年轻 (young). Focus on a difference in their lifestyle or daily routine.
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年老的人通常需要更多的休息，而年轻人则有更多的精力去参加各种活动。
根据这段文字，王奶奶年老后有什么习惯？
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王奶奶今年八十岁，她虽然年老了，但是每天都会去公园跳广场舞。她觉得运动让她心情很好，身体也很健康。她的朋友们都很羡慕她。
根据这段文字，王奶奶年老后有什么习惯？
文章中明确提到“她虽然年老了，但是每天都会去公园跳广场舞。”
文章中明确提到“她虽然年老了，但是每天都会去公园跳广场舞。”
年老的人常常有什么特点？
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随着年龄的增长，很多人会渐渐年老。年老的人通常会有更多的生活经验和智慧。他们喜欢回忆过去，也乐于分享他们的故事。
年老的人常常有什么特点？
文章中提到“年老的人通常会有更多的生活经验和智慧。”
文章中提到“年老的人通常会有更多的生活经验和智慧。”
李叔叔年老后有什么爱好？
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李叔叔已经年老了，但他仍然每天阅读报纸，关心国家大事。他认为学习是永无止境的，即使年老也要保持学习的热情。
李叔叔年老后有什么爱好？
文章中明确提到“他仍然每天阅读报纸，关心国家大事。”
文章中明确提到“他仍然每天阅读报纸，关心国家大事。”
Describe a personal experience or observation about an 年老 (niánlǎo) person you know or have seen. Focus on their qualities or challenges.
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我认识一位年老的邻居，她虽然年老，但身体依然很健康，每天早上都会去公园锻炼。她的生活态度很积极，经常分享她年轻时的故事，让我受益匪浅。虽然她有时会忘记一些小事，但她的智慧和善良让每个人都很喜欢她。
Imagine you are writing a letter to a friend about the importance of respecting and caring for 年老 (niánlǎo) people in society. What would you say?
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亲爱的朋友，我最近一直在思考社会中对待年老人群的方式。我认为，我们有责任尊重和关爱他们。他们为社会付出了很多，他们的经验和智慧是宝贵的财富。我们应该多花时间陪伴他们，倾听他们的故事，并帮助他们解决生活中的困难。只有这样，我们才能建立一个更和谐、更有爱的社会。
Write a short paragraph discussing the differences and similarities between '年老' (niánlǎo) and '老' (lǎo) in the context of describing people. When would you use one over the other?
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虽然 '年老' 和 '老' 都可以用来形容人，但它们在使用上有一些细微的区别。'年老' 更强调年龄的增长和随之而来的衰老状态，通常带有更正式或书面的语感，例如在描述“年老体弱”或“年老的父母”时。而 '老' 则更口语化，可以用于更广泛的语境，例如“老朋友”、“老王”或者仅仅是表示年龄大。虽然 '老' 也可以单独使用表示年老，但 '年老' 在强调“老”这一状态时，会显得更明确和强调。
根据文章，政府为年老人群提供了哪些帮助？
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随着社会的发展，越来越多的人开始关注年老人群的生活质量。政府也出台了许多政策，旨在帮助年老的公民更好地安度晚年。例如，提供免费的医疗服务、建设更多的养老院以及组织各种社区活动，让年老的人们感受到社会的温暖和关怀。
根据文章，政府为年老人群提供了哪些帮助？
文章中明确提到了“提供免费的医疗服务、建设更多的养老院以及组织各种社区活动”，因此所有选项都是正确的。
文章中明确提到了“提供免费的医疗服务、建设更多的养老院以及组织各种社区活动”，因此所有选项都是正确的。
在中国传统文化中，为什么尊敬年老者是一种美德？
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在中国传统文化中，尊敬年老者是一种重要的美德。人们普遍认为，年老者积累了丰富的人生经验和智慧，他们的教诲对年轻人非常有益。因此，孝顺父母、尊敬长辈是中华民族的传统美德。
在中国传统文化中，为什么尊敬年老者是一种美德？
文章中提到“年老者积累了丰富的人生经验和智慧，他们的教诲对年轻人非常有益”，这是尊敬他们的主要原因。
文章中提到“年老者积累了丰富的人生经验和智慧，他们的教诲对年轻人非常有益”，这是尊敬他们的主要原因。
根据文章，小李的奶奶有哪些特点？
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小李的奶奶虽然已经年老，但她心态非常年轻。她每天都会和朋友们一起跳广场舞，还会学习使用智能手机。小李经常和奶奶聊天，觉得奶奶的思想一点也不落伍，反而充满了活力和好奇心。
根据文章，小李的奶奶有哪些特点？
文章描述奶奶“心态非常年轻”、“充满了活力和好奇心”，并且“学习使用智能手机”，这表明她心态年轻且充满活力。
文章描述奶奶“心态非常年轻”、“充满了活力和好奇心”，并且“学习使用智能手机”，这表明她心态年轻且充满活力。
This sentence means 'Elderly people need more care.' '年老的人' (niánlǎo de rén) means 'elderly people', '需要' (xūyào) means 'need', and '更多关爱' (gèngduō guān'ài) means 'more care'.
This sentence means 'Even though he is old, he still insists on studying.' '即使...也...' (jíshǐ...yě...) means 'even if...still...'. '年老了' (niánlǎo le) means 'has become old'. '坚持学习' (jiānchí xuéxí) means 'insists on studying'.
This sentence means 'They should take care of their elderly parents.' '他们' (tāmen) means 'they', '应该' (yīnggāi) means 'should', '照顾' (zhàogù) means 'take care of', and '年老的父母' (niánlǎo de fùmǔ) means 'elderly parents'.
随着年龄的增长，他的父母变得越来越___，需要更多的照顾。
这句话描述的是父母随着年龄增长而变得衰老，因此“年老”是合适的。
许多___的退休人员选择去温暖的南方过冬。
句中提到“退休人员”，暗示他们是老年人，所以“年老”符合语境。
社会应该给予___群体更多的关注和支持。
这里指的是社会对老年人的关怀，因此“年老”是正确的。
在公园里，我们经常看到一些___的老人练习太极拳。
描述在公园练习太极拳的通常是老年人，所以“年老”是最佳选择。
尽管她已经___，但思维依然敏捷，记忆力也很好。
“尽管”表示转折，说明她虽然年老，但能力不减，所以“年老”是正确的。
为了照顾___的奶奶，他辞去了城市的工作回到家乡。
这里是为了照顾年迈的奶奶，所以“年老”符合语境。
这个句子在描述一个人的健康状况和坚持。
这句话是关于艺术家的能力和年龄。
这个句子谈论的是社会责任和对老年人的支持。
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请用“年老”描述一位你尊敬的长辈。
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你认为年老的人在社会中扮演着怎样的角色？
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如何更好地关爱年老的家人和朋友？
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This exercise practices forming a simple descriptive sentence with '年老'.
This exercise focuses on the structure of expressing need for help due to old age.
This exercise practices constructing a sentence about the increasing number of elderly people in society.
她虽然已经___，但思维依然敏捷。
The sentence implies a contrast with a sharp mind, so '年老' (old) fits best to convey 'despite being old'.
随着人类寿命的延长，社会如何应对___人口的增长成为一个重要议题。
The context '人类寿命的延长' (extension of human lifespan) logically leads to '年老人口' (aging population).
他致力于研究如何改善___人群的生活质量。
The focus on '改善生活质量' (improving quality of life) for a specific age group makes '年老人群' (elderly people) the most suitable choice.
尽管岁月流逝，他的精神却丝毫没有因为___而衰减。
The sentence implies that despite the passage of time, his spirit hasn't diminished due to 'getting old', making '年老' the correct option.
这家养老院致力于为___的长者提供温馨舒适的晚年生活。
An '养老院' (nursing home) is specifically for '年老' (elderly) people, so '年老' is the correct fit.
随着身体逐渐___，许多人开始更加关注健康问题。
The phrase '身体逐渐___' (body gradually becoming old) naturally leads to '关注健康问题' (paying attention to health issues), making '年老' the appropriate word.
This sentence structure emphasizes the contrast between his physical condition (年老体衰 - old and frail) and his mental state (敏锐的思维 - sharp mind, 乐观的心态 - optimistic attitude). '尽管...依然...' (despite...still...) is a common way to express this.
The sentence starts with a temporal clause '随着科技的进步' (with the advancement of technology). Then it states the main subject '我们' (we) and the expectation '有望能' (hope to be able to). The verbs '照顾' (take care of) and '提升' (improve) are parallel.
The sentence begins with the subject '社会' (society), followed by the modal verb '应该' (should). '更加关注' (pay more attention to) is the main action, with '年老群体的需求' (needs of the elderly group) as the object. The second clause specifies the provision '提供完善的医疗和养老保障' (provide comprehensive medical and elderly care security).
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Basic Meaning
年老 (niánlǎo) means old when referring to people. It's often used to describe someone's age.
Common Usage
You'll frequently see 年老 in contexts talking about elderly people, like 'the old man' (年老的人 niánlǎo de rén) or 'growing old' (渐渐年老 jiànjiàn niánlǎo).
Distinction from 老 (lǎo)
While 老 (lǎo) also means old, 年老 emphasizes the concept of being old in years. 老 can have other meanings like 'experienced' or 'respectful address'.
Sentence Structure
年老 can be used as an adjective before a noun (年老的 bàba - an old father) or as part of a predicate (他很年老了 tā hěn niánlǎo le - he is very old now).
