Antigua (en. Ancient)

/anˈtiɡwa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

That dates back to past times.

The ancient house was recently restored.

La casa antigua fue restaurada recientemente.

Refers to people or things from a distant time.

Sailing on ancient ships is a unique experience.

Navegar en barcos antiguos es una experiencia única.

That is of a style or design that belonged to an earlier period.

She collects antique furniture.

Ella colecciona muebles antiguos.

From Latin 'antiquus', meaning 'old' or 'ancient'.

ancient custom

Tradition or custom that is followed from past times.

antigua usanza

ancient wisdom

Knowledge or wisdom that has been passed down through time.

sabiduría antigua

ancient history

Period of history that spans from the beginning of writing to the fall of the Roman Empire.

historia antigua

antique

That is from a long time ago; something that has great antiquity.

antiguo

antiquity

Quality of being ancient; object or monument from past times.

antigüedad

antiquarian

Person who is dedicated to the buying and selling of ancient objects.

antiquario

Refers to things that are considered out of fashion.

That shirt is so ancient, don't wear it anymore.

Esa camisa es tan antigua, ya no la uses.

Can describe someone who acts as if from another era.

My grandfather is an old-timer, he still wears a wide-brimmed hat.

Mi abuelo es un antiguo, todavía usa sombrero de ala ancha.