🇫🇷 How to say

“old” in French

vieux
Illustration of "old" in a French cultural setting
An elderly man with a wrinkled face sits on a park bench, smiling gently as he watches children play. His worn leather shoes and faded jacket tell a story of many years.

Usage note

'Vieux' is a common adjective for describing age in people, animals, or objects, and it can imply wisdom or experience when referring to people.

Examples

  • Mon grand-père est très vieux.

    My grandfather is very old.

  • Ce livre est vieux mais intéressant.

    This book is old but interesting.

  • Le chien est vieux et calme.

    The dog is old and calm.

Quick check

What does "vieux" mean?

  • A. old
  • B. right (direction)
  • C. beautiful
  • D. left (direction)

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