B1 3K

Aged

🇬🇧 UK /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/

Meaning of Aged

of the age of

In simple words: Having lived for a long time; old.

Aged in a sentence

• They have two children aged six and nine.
• volunteers aged between 25 and 40
• Children have the opportunity to meet similarly aged children.
• my aged aunt
• People caring for an aged relative need support.
• I’m not sure if my aged car can make it up that hill.
• services for the sick and the aged

How to use Aged

Use 'aged' to describe people or objects that have existed for a long time. It can be used formally (e.g., aged 65) or informally (e.g., aged wine). Avoid using it for young subjects.

Grammar pattern

aged + noun (e.g. 'aged cheese')

Memory hint

Think of 'aged' as the word 'age' with a 'd' for 'decrepit.' Imagine a wrinkled old tree.

Related words

Collocations with Aged

• aged cheese
• aged whiskey
• aged care
• aged population

Synonyms for Aged

• old
• senior
• mature
• vintage

Opposites of Aged

• young
• fresh
• new

Common mistakes with Aged

• Confusing with 'age,' which refers to the period of living.
• Using 'aged' incorrectly as a verb instead of an adjective.
• Mixing up 'aged' with words like 'elderly' which refer specifically to people.

Frequently asked questions about Aged

What does Aged mean?

Having lived for a long time; old.

What is the definition of Aged?

of the age of

How do you use Aged in a sentence?

They have two children aged six and nine.

Can you give another example of Aged?

volunteers aged between 25 and 40

What are synonyms for Aged?

Common alternatives include old, senior, mature, vintage.

What is the opposite of Aged?

Opposite meanings include young, fresh, new.

What words go with Aged?

It commonly pairs with aged cheese, aged whiskey, aged care, aged population.

What are common mistakes when using Aged?

Confusing with 'age,' which refers to the period of living. Using 'aged' incorrectly as a verb instead of an adjective. Mixing up 'aged' with words like 'elderly' which refer specifically to people.

How do you pronounce Aged?

US: /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/, UK: /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Aged?

Use 'aged' to describe people or objects that have existed for a long time. It can be used formally (e.g., aged 65) or informally (e.g., aged wine). Avoid using it for young subjects.

What CEFR level is Aged?

"Aged" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.