old-fashioned in Polish

old-fashioned in Polish is staromodny, staroświecki — 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 It can be mildly critical, suggesting something is out of date, or warm, suggesting it has the charm and solidity of the past.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 Polish

staromodny

adj

Of an object, outdated or no longer in vogue.

staroświecki

adj

Of an object, outdated or no longer in vogue.

What does "old-fashioned" mean?

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 It can be mildly critical, suggesting something is out of date, or warm, suggesting it has the charm and solidity of the past.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."
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."
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."

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

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

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”.

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.

Similar words in Polish

conservative outdated square traditional

Common Polish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "old-fashioned" in Polish?

"old-fashioned" in Polish is staromodny, staroświecki. 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 Polish, "old-fashioned" is staromodny, staroświecki.

Are there other ways to say "old-fashioned" in Polish?

Yes — Polish has 2 translations listed for "old-fashioned": staromodny, staroświecki.

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