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    Vieux (en. Old)

    vjø

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that has existed for a long time.
    This old building dates back to the 18th century.
    Ce vieux bâtiment date du 18ème siècle.
    Refers to an elderly person.
    My grandfather is an old but wise man.
    Mon grand-père est un homme vieux mais sage.
    Refers to an object worn by time.
    He found an old book in the attic.
    Il a trouvé un vieux livre dans le grenier.
    Refers to a notion or idea that is outdated.
    It’s an old idea that is no longer relevant.
    C'est une vieille idée qui n'est plus pertinente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'vetulus', meaning 'old'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    old-fashioned
    Someone that is outdated or follows old conventions.
    vieux jeu
    to act old
    To act in an egocentric or cynical manner.
    faire le vieux
    to have an old reflex
    To react according to an old habit.
    avoir un vieux réflexe

    Related Words

    old age
    Condition of an elderly person.
    vieillesse
    dilapidated
    Something that is very old and in poor condition.
    vétuste
    ancient
    Something that was, that existed in the past.
    ancien

    Slang Meanings

    Old buddy
    He is like an old buddy to me.
    Il est comme un vieux pote pour moi.
    Old fool
    This old fool understands nothing about the young.
    Ce vieux schnock ne comprend rien aux jeunes.
    Old shopkeeper
    He is an old shopkeeper from the neighborhood.
    C'est un vieux bouclard du quartier.
    The old man
    The old man always has good advice.
    Le vieux a toujours de bons conseils.