Usés (en. Worn out)

/yze/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something that has been used, which has consumed its utility.
This pair of shoes is completely worn out.
Cette paire de chaussures est complètement usée.
Describes a person who seems tired or weakened by effort.
After the hike, I felt worn out.
Après la randonnée, je me suis senti usé.
Relates to something old or degraded from being used.
The furnishings of this union are worn out by the years.
L'ameublement de ce syndicat est usé par les années.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'use', from Latin 'usus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be worn out
To be very tired or exhausted.
être usé jusqu'à la corde
to look worn out
To have the appearance of fatigue or wear.
avoir l'air usé
a worn-out garment
A garment that has lost its shine or strength after use.
un vêtement usé

Related Words

use
To make use of something.
user
wear
The effect of regular use.
usure
exhaustion
State of a person or thing that is completely exhausted.
épuisement

Slang Meanings

To be dead tired.
After that night, I'm so worn out that I can barely respond.
Après cette soirée, je suis tellement usé que je peux à peine répondre.
To look old or outdated.
That guy looks worn out with his old clothes.
Ce gars a un look usé avec ses vieux vêtements.