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陈旧
chénjiù
Description
"陈旧"是指东西很旧、用了很久，或者想法、方法已经过时了。
"陈旧" means something is very old, has been used for a long time, or ideas and methods are outdated.
这个词常用来说不新的、老式的事物。
This word is often used to describe things that are not new and old-fashioned.
Meanings
陈旧chénjiù
old and outdated; obsolete
这些家具太陈旧了。
These pieces of furniture are too old-fashioned.
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Notes
- Etymology
陈 (old, stale) + 旧 (old), two synonymous characters combined for emphasis.
- Nuance
often carries a negative tone, suggesting something is out of date, unlike neutral 旧.
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