anticuado
“anticuado” means “old-fashioned” in Spanish (referring to style, tastes, or people).
old-fashioned, outdated
Also: obsolete, passé
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Mi abuelo tiene un coche muy anticuado pero funciona bien.
A2My grandfather has a very old-fashioned car, but it works well.
Ese sistema de archivos es anticuado y lento.
B1That filing system is outdated and slow.
Algunas personas piensan que enviar cartas es algo anticuado.
B2Some people think that sending letters is something old-fashioned.
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Derived from the Latin 'antiquus', meaning ancient or former. It shares the same root as the English word 'antique'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'anticuado' always negative?
Usually, yes. It implies that something is no longer useful or cool because it's too old. If you want to say something is old but in a good or valuable way, use 'antiguo' (antique) or 'vintage'.
Can I use 'anticuado' for a person?
Yes, it describes someone with traditional or old-school values. Depending on your tone, it can be a neutral description or a slight insult.
What is the difference between 'viejo' and 'anticuado'?
'Viejo' refers to age (an old man, an old dog). 'Anticuado' refers to style or relevance (an old-fashioned hat, an outdated computer program).