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“old (thing)” in Japanese

古いふるい
Illustration of "old (thing)" in a Japanese cultural setting
A dusty attic with a single sunbeam illuminating a stack of old books and a worn-out wooden chest. A vintage radio sits …

Usage note

古い (furui) describes objects, buildings, or ideas that have existed for a long time. It's a neutral word, not necessarily negative like 'worn-out', and is commonly used for everything from antiques to old habits.

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