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    Vieillesse (en. Old age)

    /vjɛjɛs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The period of life that follows maturity.
    Old age is often associated with wisdom.
    La vieillesse est souvent associée à la sagesse.
    The set of physical and mental changes associated with aging.
    Old age brings challenges, but also valuable experiences.
    La vieillesse apporte des défis, mais aussi des expériences précieuses.
    Aging as a natural process.
    We must learn to accept old age as a part of life.
    Nous devons apprendre à accepter la vieillesse comme une partie de la vie.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'vetustas', which means ancientness or antiquity.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a young spirit
    To be dynamic and full of life despite old age.
    avoir l'esprit jeune
    the years of old age
    The last years of life.
    les années de vieillesse
    golden old age
    A pleasant and carefree retirement period.
    vieillesse dorée

    Related Words

    to age
    The process of becoming older.
    vieillir
    senile
    Relates to the state of an elderly person, often with a loss of mind.
    sénile
    retirement
    The period of life when one stops working, often associated with old age.
    retraite

    Slang Meanings

    geriatrics
    He specializes in geriatrics because he loves working with elderly people.
    Il se spécialise dans la gériatrie, car il aime travailler avec les personnes âgées.
    grandfather / grandmother
    My grandmother always said that one should live old age well.
    Ma grand-mère a toujours dit qu'il fallait bien vivre sa vieillesse.