el viejo
old
Persona o cosa que tiene mucha edad o ha existido durante mucho tiempo.
The Spanish word "viejo" means old in English. It is commonly used to describe something or someone that has aged or existed for a long time. It can refer to objects, animals, or people.
Example:
- "Un libro viejo" = "An old book"
- "Mi abuelo es viejo" = "My grandfather is old"
Note: While "viejo" literally means old, when referring to people, it might be more polite to use respectful terms, as "viejo" can sometimes sound informal or blunt.
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Examples
Mi abuelo es un hombre muy viejo.adjective
My grandfather is a very old man.
El coche es viejo.adjective
The car is old.
Tengo un libro viejo en la estantería.adjective
I have an old book on the shelf.
Ese reloj es muy viejo.adjective
That clock is very old.
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