No. 15,052 in Russian
пожилой
Elderly; aged.
In a sentence
Пожилой человек сидел на скамейке в парке.
An elderly person was sitting on a bench in the park.
The word 'пожилой' is used to describe the person as elderly or older in age.
Она работает в доме для пожилых людей.
She works at a home for elderly people.
The word 'пожилой' refers to the inhabitants of the home, emphasizing their elderly status.
Он всегда помогает пожилым соседям в ремонте.
He always helps the elderly neighbors with repairs.
The word 'пожилой' denotes the neighbors as being older or aged, implying their need for assistance.
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