noun
approximate age; years
Refers to a person's approximate age or age range, often used when estimating or discussing someone's stage of life.
彼は私と同じ年配だ。
He is about the same age as me.
年配の割に若く見える。
He looks young for his age.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Describes someone who is advanced in years; often used as a polite or neutral term for older people.
年配の女性が道を尋ねてきた。
An elderly woman asked me for directions.
この店は年配の客に人気がある。
This shop is popular with older customers.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Used in comparisons to indicate someone is older or more senior than another person.
彼は私より年配だ。
He is older than me.
年配の社員が新人を指導する。
Senior employees mentor the new hires.