old-fashioned in German
old-fashioned in German is altmodisch, unmodern, altväterisch — old-fashioned means belonging to or suited to an earlier time, and no longer in style or common use. It can be mildly critical, suggesting something is out of date, or warm, suggesting it has the charm and solidity of the past.
old-fashioned in German
What does "old-fashioned" mean?
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adjective Belonging to or suited to an earlier time, and no longer in style or common use. It can be mildly critical, suggesting something is out of date, or warm, suggesting it has the charm and solidity of the past.
"My phone is hopelessly old-fashioned but it still works."
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adjective Holding views or standards that belong to an earlier generation, especially about behaviour, morals or manners.
"Call me old-fashioned, but I think you should write a thank-you note."
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noun A cocktail made by stirring whiskey — usually bourbon or rye — with sugar, a dash of bitters and ice, served over a large cube with an orange twist.
"He ordered an old-fashioned and made it last the whole evening."
old-fashioned in a sentence
- My phone is hopelessly old-fashioned but it still works.
- There is an old-fashioned sweet shop on the corner with jars in the window.
- Call me old-fashioned, but I think you should write a thank-you note.
- He ordered an old-fashioned and made it last the whole evening.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "old-fashioned" in German?
"old-fashioned" in German is altmodisch, unmodern, altväterisch. old-fashioned means: Belonging to or suited to an earlier time, and no longer in style or common use. It can be mildly critical, suggesting something is out of date, or warm, suggesting it has the charm and solidity of the past.
How do you use "old-fashioned" in a sentence?
Example: "My phone is hopelessly old-fashioned but it still works." In German, "old-fashioned" is altmodisch, unmodern, altväterisch.
Are there other ways to say "old-fashioned" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "old-fashioned": altmodisch, unmodern, altväterisch, altväterlich, antiquiert, unzeitgemäß.