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UK//tuː oʊld//US//tuː oʊld//

Meaning of Too old

Having lived for many years, often implying a disadvantage.

In simple words: Not young anymore; having lived a long time.

Too old in a sentence

  • He felt he was too old to start a new career.
  • She joked that she was too old for social media trends.
  • My dog is getting too old to run like he used to.
  • They considered him too old to participate in the competition.
  • To her, 30 seemed too old to be single.

How to use Too old

Use 'too old' when discussing age negatively; often implies being past one's prime. Avoid in professional contexts unless relevant to the discussion.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine an elderly person saying, 'I'm too old for this!' while trying to keep up with younger friends.

Related words

Collocations with Too old

  • too old to play
  • too old for school
  • too old for adventures

Synonyms for Too old

Common mistakes with Too old

  • Using 'too old' to positively describe someone.
  • Confusing with 'old enough', which has a different meaning.
  • Forgetting to use 'too' to indicate excessiveness.

Compare Too old with Aged, Senior, Elderly, Mature

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Frequently asked questions about Too old

What does Too old mean?

Not young anymore; having lived a long time.

What is the definition of Too old?

Having lived for many years, often implying a disadvantage.

How do you use Too old in a sentence?

He felt he was too old to start a new career.

Can you give another example of Too old?

She joked that she was too old for social media trends.

What are synonyms for Too old?

Common alternatives include aged, senior, elderly, mature, geriatric.

What words go with Too old?

It commonly pairs with too old to play, too old for school, too old for adventures.

What are common mistakes when using Too old?

Using 'too old' to positively describe someone. Confusing with 'old enough', which has a different meaning. Forgetting to use 'too' to indicate excessiveness.

How do you pronounce Too old?

US: //tuː oʊld//, UK: //tuː oʊld//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Too old?

Use 'too old' when discussing age negatively; often implies being past one's prime. Avoid in professional contexts unless relevant to the discussion.