old in German
old in German is alt — old means having existed for a long time; not new or young.
old in German
alt
What does "old" mean?
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adj Having existed for a long time; not new or young.
"The old house had stood on the corner for over a century."
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adj Former or previous, rather than current.
"He still keeps in touch with his old boss."
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adj No longer fresh or new; past its best, especially of food.
"This bread has gone old and stale."
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adj Used informally to show affection or familiarity, often paired with another adjective.
"Good old Dave, always first to help out."
old in a sentence
- The old house had stood on the corner for over a century.
- My grandmother is the oldest person in our family.
- He still keeps in touch with his old boss.
- This bread has gone old and stale.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "old" in German?
"old" in German is alt. old means: Having existed for a long time; not new or young.
How do you use "old" in a sentence?
Example: "The old house had stood on the corner for over a century." In German, "old" is alt.
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