the old和the elderly的区别

the old和the elderly的区别

the old是指老年人；

the elderly指年长的,比自己大的.但并不一定就是老人。

The old feel the cold more than the young.

老年人比年轻人怕冷。

We need to ensure a smooth transition between the old system and the new one.

我们得确保新旧制度间的平稳过渡。

Many of the elderly are on medication.

许多老年人都需按时服药。

Those most vulnerable to heat stress are the elderly.

上了年纪的人最容易因受热而生病。

She does some voluntary work, caring for the elderly.

她干一些照顾老人的义务工作。