Ancien (en. Ancient)

/ɑ̃.sjɛ̃/

Synonyms

  • vieux
  • démodé
  • dépassé
  • passé

Slang Meanings

To describe something that has a tempo, that is stylish but outdated.
This style of music is a bit old-fashioned but I love it.
Ce style de musique est un peu ancien mais j'adore.
Used to talk about a person who has a lot of experience.
My uncle is an old hand on the road, he knows everything.
Mon tonton est un ancien sur la route, il sait tout.