How is the word anciano translated from Spanish to English

Mayor, dicho de forma respetuosa de una persona.

Old, said politely about a person.

adjective
English translation
elderly

Examples with “anciano”

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  • Una mujer anciana estaba sentada junto a la ventana. An elderly woman sat by the window.

  • Los asientos de delante son para pasajeros ancianos. The seats at the front are for elderly passengers.

  • ¿Tu vecino es demasiado anciano para subir las escaleras? Is your neighbour too elderly to climb the stairs?

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FAQ about “anciano”

How is “anciano” translated from Spanish?
“anciano” translates into English as “elderly”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “anciano” mean?
Meaning of “anciano”: Mayor, dicho de forma respetuosa de una persona. In English — “elderly”.
What part of speech is “anciano”?
“anciano” is an adjective.
Where can I see examples with “anciano”?
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