Old, es una palabra en inglés que dependiendo del uso o contexto puede sonar muy mal por lo que siempre es ver unas cuantas alternativas a dicho adjetivo:
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Inglés |
Español |
Ejemplo en inglés |
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Aged |
De edad avanzada |
“He is an aged man, full of wisdom.” |
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Senior |
Mayor |
“My grandmother is a senior citizen.” |
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Advanced in Years |
Avanzado en años |
“He’s quite advanced in years but still very active.” |
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In One’s Twilight Years |
En los años del ocaso de la vida |
“She’s in her twilight years but still enjoys gardening.” |
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Seasoned |
Experimentado |
“He’s a seasoned professional.” |
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Venerable |
Venerable |
“The venerable monk spoke wisely.” |
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Antique |
Antiguo (para objetos) |
“That’s an antique chair from the 19th century.” |
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Vintage |
De época (para objetos o estilos) |
“She loves wearing vintage clothes.” |
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Decrepit |
Decrépito |
“The decrepit building was about to collapse.” |
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Worn-Out |
Gastado (para objetos o personas) |
“These shoes are worn-out; I need new ones.” |