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old-fashioned expression

[/oʊld ˈfæʃənd ɪkˈsprɛʃən/]
nounpl: old-fashioned expressions
expressão antiquada
1. A phrase, saying, or way of speaking that is no longer commonly used in modern language; outdated or archaic language
Using 'thee' and 'thou' is an old-fashioned expression that sounds strange to modern ears.
Usar 'vós' é uma expressão antiquada que soa estranha aos ouvidos modernos.
2. A colloquial phrase or idiom that reflects past generations' speech patterns
My grandmother still uses old-fashioned expressions like 'the bee's knees' when she's happy.
Minha avó ainda usa expressões antiquadas como 'fantástico' quando está feliz.
Synonyms
archaic expressionoutdated phraseobsolete sayingdated idiomold saying
Antonyms
modern expressioncontemporary phrasecurrent sayingtrendy expression

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
expressão antiquada
Most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
jeito antigo de falar
Colloquial way to refer to old-fashioned speech patterns
Portugal
expressão antiga
Preferred term in European Portuguese
General Portuguese
frase ultrapassada
Alternative translation meaning 'outdated phrase'

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak like a book
talk like an old-timer
use the Queen's English
sound like a relic from the past
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