antigo

[ɐ̃ˈtiɡu]

adjectivemasculinepl: antigos

old, ancient, former

1. belonging to or existing in times long past; ancient

The museum houses many ancient artifacts.

O museu abriga muitos artefatos antigos.

2. of long standing; long-established

He is a longtime friend of the family.

Ele é um amigo antigo da família.

3. no longer in use; outdated or old-fashioned

That is an old computer model.

Esse é um modelo antigo de computador.

4. former; previous

My former teacher gave me good advice.

Meu professor antigo me deu um bom conselho.

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General Brazilian

antigo

Standard usage across Brazil

Portugal

antigo

Standard usage; may emphasize historical or temporal distance more

à moda antiga (in the old-fashioned way)

tempos antigos (ancient times)

de forma antiga (in an old manner)

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