JLPT N5 Beginner
古い
Old or outdated; applies to objects and ideas, not people.
Readings
Other forms
古くない negative
古かった past
古くて te-form
旧い less common kanji, often for historical things
1 I-adjective
Old" / "Not New
Describes physical objects, buildings, or places that have existed for a considerable amount of time.
2 I-adjective
Outdated" / "Old-fashioned
Indicates that ideas, customs, information, or styles are behind the times or no longer relevant.
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