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    D'anciens (en. Old)

    [dãsjɛ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Belonging to a bygone era.
    These old buildings are a testament to a remarkable architectural style.
    Ces d'anciens bâtiments témoignent d'un style architectural remarquable.
    Having a long history or existence.
    Old cultural rites are still observed by some groups.
    Les d'anciens rites culturels sont toujours observés par certains groupes.
    No longer modern or contemporary.
    He has a passion for old vehicles, like cars from the 50s.
    Il a une passion pour les d'anciens véhicules, comme les voitures des années 50.

    Etymology

    The word 'ancien' comes from the Latin 'antianus', which means 'previous, ancient'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    old students
    Former students who attended the same school.
    d'anciens élèves
    old times
    Past periods of history.
    d'anciens temps
    old customs
    Traditions that were observed in the past.
    d'anciens coutumes

    Related Words

    ancient
    Who lived or existed in the past.
    ancien
    archaic
    Related to an ancient time, outdated.
    archaïque
    historical
    Who is part of history, important for the past.
    historique

    Slang Meanings

    Old buddies
    We got together with old buddies from high school.
    On s'est réunis avec d'anciens potes du lycée.
    Old plans
    I no longer talk about those old plans, it’s the past.
    Je ne parle plus de ces d'anciens plans, c'est du passé.