How to Say ‘The old’ in French
Le vieux
luh vyuh
[luh vyuh]
💬 Usage Tip: Vieux is used for masculine nouns to say 'old'.
🇫🇷 In France: Old strategies are often referenced with respect and humor in French culture.
Phrase Breakdown
Le
[luh]
The
Article defining a known singular noun.
Le vieux pont est toujours en place.
The old bridge is still in place.
vieux
[vyuh]
Old
Describes something as having existed for a long time.
Le vieux chêne est majestueux.
The old oak is majestic.
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