antigo
antígo with stress marks
antique
Usage Note
Antigo is borrowed from Spanish 'antiguo' (old, ancient) and refers to an antique object — old items valued for their age, rarity, or historical significance. It is used by collectors, antique dealers, and in casual reference to old belongings. An antique shop is often called 'tindahan ng antigo' or simply 'antik'.
Examples
" Antigo ang relo ni Lolo. "
Natural Translation
Grandpa's watch is an antique.
Literal Translation
Antique the watch of Grandpa.
" Mahal ang gamit na antigo. "
Natural Translation
Antique items are expensive.
Literal Translation
Expensive the item that antique.
" Mahilig kong puntahan ang mga tindahan ng antigo kapag naghahanap ako ng mga lumang muwebles para sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
I love going to antique shops whenever I'm looking for old furniture for the house.
Literal Translation
Fond I-of go-to the shops of antique when looking I for old furniture for the house.
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