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How do you say "old" in Spanish?
Viejo
In Spanish, "old" is Viejo.
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Pronunciation
'Viejo' sounds natural once you the j (or soft g) is a raspy sound from the back of the throat, like clearing it gently; also, stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable. Also, blend the vowel pair quickly into one syllable rather than separating them.
Grammar notes
Viejo is a adjective used the same way as its English equivalent.
Example sentence
La casa es muy antigua.
The house is very old.
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How to remember Viejo
Say 'Viejo' while picturing yourself in the situation 'The house is very old.' so the word sticks to that mental snapshot.
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Questions about Viejo
How do you pronounce Viejo?
'Viejo' sounds natural once you the j (or soft g) is a raspy sound from the back of the throat, like clearing it gently; also, stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable. Also, blend the vowel pair quickly into one syllable rather than separating them.
Is Viejo formal or casual?
Viejo is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.
How is Viejo used in Spanish?
Viejo is used the same way as the equivalent English adjective. For example: La casa es muy antigua. (The house is very old.).
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