A1 — Beginneradjective
vecchio
old, elderly
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
anzianoattempatomaturoavanti negli anni
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
giovanegiovanilefrescoin erba
Usage note
'Vecchio' can sound blunt when applied to people; 'anziano' is more polite (elderly). 'Attempato' is gentler (getting on in years). 'Maturo' is positive (mature, seasoned).
Example
"Il nonno è vecchio ma ha ancora tanta energia e voglia di vivere."
"Grandfather is old but still has a lot of energy and zest for life."
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