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How do you say "old (thing)" in German?
alt
In German, "old (thing)" is alt.
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Pronunciation
Say 'AHLT' like 'halt'. One syllable.
Grammar notes
Alt is an adjective meaning old. Comparative: älter (with umlaut), superlative: am ältesten.
Example sentence
Das Haus ist alt.
The house is old.
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How to remember alt
Alt sounds like 'altitude' but means old. Old things often sit at the bottom or top of a shelf.
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Questions about alt
How do you say "old (thing)" in German?
In German, "old (thing)" is alt. It is a noun.
How is alt written in German?
alt is written using the standard German script.
How is alt used in a sentence?
Use alt as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Das Haus ist alt. (The house is old.).
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