adjectiveadverb
altmodisch
old-fashioned
So wie etwas aus einer früheren Zeit wirkt und heute nicht mehr modern ist.
The German word "altmodisch" is an adjective meaning "old-fashioned".
- It is made up of two words:
- "alt" means "old"
- "modisch" means "fashionable"
Similar words:
- veraltet (outdated)
- antiquiert (antiquated)
- altväterlich (old-fashioned, dated in style or attitude)
Differences:
- "altmodisch" refers to something that is traditional or no longer in fashion but can still be charming or nostalgic.
- "veraltet" and "antiquiert" often carry a stronger negative connotation, implying something is obsolete.
- "altväterlich" emphasizes old-fashioned attitudes or ways of thinking rather than just style.
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Examples
Dieser Stil ist ziemlich altmodisch.adjective
This style is quite old-fashioned.
Er trägt heute seine altmodischen Schuhe.adjective
He is wearing his old-fashioned shoes today.
Wieso kaufst du dir so ein altmodisches Kleid?adjective
Why are you buying such an old-fashioned dress?
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