معنی
A house that has existed for a long time.
زمینه فرهنگی
In the US, an 'old house' often refers to anything built before the 1950s. It is highly valued for its 'craftsmanship'. In the UK, an 'old house' might be hundreds of years old. People take great pride in preserving these structures. Traditional wooden houses are often called 'old houses' (kominka). They are seen as culturally significant. In Italy, many people live in 'old houses' that are centuries old, often located in historic town centers.
Adjective order
Always put 'old' before 'house'. English adjective-noun order is strict.
Tone matters
When talking about someone's home, use a positive tone so 'old' sounds like 'charming' rather than 'broken'.
معنی
A house that has existed for a long time.
Adjective order
Always put 'old' before 'house'. English adjective-noun order is strict.
Tone matters
When talking about someone's home, use a positive tone so 'old' sounds like 'charming' rather than 'broken'.
خودت رو بسنج
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase.
They bought a(n) _____ in the city center.
Adjective + Noun is the standard English order.
Choose the most natural sounding sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
Standard adjective placement.
Match the phrase to its meaning.
Match 'old house' to its definition.
Old house refers to age.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Do you like your new place?' B: 'Yes, it's an _____, but it has a lot of character.'
The context implies age.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاThey bought a(n) _____ in the city center.
Adjective + Noun is the standard English order.
Which sentence is correct?
Standard adjective placement.
هر مورد سمت چپ را با جفتش در سمت راست مطابقت دهید:
Old house refers to age.
A: 'Do you like your new place?' B: 'Yes, it's an _____, but it has a lot of character.'
The context implies age.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
4 سوالNo, that is incorrect. In English, the adjective must come before the noun.
Not necessarily. It depends on the context and tone. It can mean 'charming' or 'in need of repair'.
'Historic home' implies it has official recognition, while 'old house' just means it is old.
Usually no. 5 years is considered new. 'Old' usually implies decades or centuries.
عبارات مرتبط
Fixer-upper
specialized formAn old house that needs repairs.
Historic home
similarA house with historical significance.
New build
contrastA recently constructed house.
Vintage home
similarA house with a retro style.
