
antique
/ænˈtiːk/
CEFR level B2Topic HistoryWord #4470 in the learning path
古董;古玩
Definitions
n. An old object valued for its age, beauty, or rarity
古董;古玩
adj. Old and valuable because of age, beauty, or rarity
古董的;年代久远的
Example
We found a beautiful antique in a small shop.
我们在一家小店里发现了一件漂亮的古董。
Preserving antique furniture helps future generations understand traditional craftsmanship and the everyday lives of people in the past.
保存古董家具有助于后代理解传统工艺以及过去人们的日常生活。
Collocations
- an antique shop
- antique furniture
- an antique dealer
Usage tip
antique强调古老且有收藏价值,不只是旧。
FAQ
- What does antique mean?
- An old object valued for its age, beauty, or rarity Old and valuable because of age, beauty, or rarity
- How is antique pronounced?
- UK /ænˈtiːk/, US /ænˈtiːk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.