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How is the word ancien translated from French to English

Très ancien, datant d'une époque lointaine.

Very old, from a time long ago.

adjective
English translation
Ancient

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  • Ils ont visité un ancien temple en Grèce. — They visited an ancient temple in Greece.

  • Le manuscrit est très ancien et extrêmement fragile. — The manuscript is ancient and very fragile.

  • Comment les bâtisseurs anciens déplaçaient-ils des pierres aussi lourdes ? — How did ancient builders move such heavy stones?

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FAQ about “ancien”

How is “ancien” translated from French?
“ancien” translates into English as “Ancient”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “ancien” mean?
Meaning of “ancien”: Très ancien, datant d'une époque lointaine. In English — “Ancient”.
What part of speech is “ancien”?
“ancien” is an adjective.
Where can I see examples with “ancien”?
Example sentences with “ancien” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “ancien”?
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