obsolete in German

obsolete in German is veraltet, obsolet, alt — obsolete means no longer used because something newer or better has replaced it.

obsolete in German

veraltet

adj

(of words, equipment, etc.) No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected (often in favour of something newer).

obsolet

adj

(of words, equipment, etc.) No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected (often in favour of something newer).

alt

adj

(of words, equipment, etc.) No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected (often in favour of something newer).

antiquiert

adj

(of words, equipment, etc.) No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused or neglected (often in favour of something newer).

atroph

adj

(biology) Imperfectly developed; not very distinct.

abnutzen

verb

(transitive) To cause to become obsolete.

runterwirtschaften (coll.)

verb

(transitive) To cause to become obsolete.

What does "obsolete" mean?

adj No longer used because something newer or better has replaced it.
"That software became obsolete once the new operating system launched."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

obsolete in a sentence

That software became obsolete once the new operating system launched.
Fax machines are largely obsolete in most offices now.

Similar words in German

defunct elderly idle old-fashioned out of date

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "obsolete" in German?

"obsolete" in German is veraltet, obsolet, alt. obsolete means: No longer used because something newer or better has replaced it.

How do you use "obsolete" in a sentence?

Example: "That software became obsolete once the new operating system launched." In German, "obsolete" is veraltet, obsolet, alt.

Are there other ways to say "obsolete" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "obsolete": veraltet, obsolet, alt, antiquiert, atroph, abnutzen.

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