Alte Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Alte" is mainly used as adjective meaning "old", "ancient" or "aged". It is also used as noun.

Essential properties of "Alte"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Alte
  • Plural: die Alten

Meanings of "Alte" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Something old or from a past era"

"Alte", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die alte Frau wohnt nebenan.The old woman lives next door.
  2. Ich habe ein altes Buch gefunden.I found an old book.
  3. Das alte Auto fährt noch gut.The old car still drives well.

2.) "Colloquial term for an older person, usually a man"

"Alte", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Alte sitzt im Park.The old man is sitting in the park.
  2. Ein Alter erzählte Geschichten.An old man told stories.
  3. Der Alte ist sehr weise.The old man is very wise.
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