Cool MateMeaning of Rusty
Covered with rust, often indicating old or neglected metal.
In simple words: Covered with rust; something that is not shiny anymore.
Rusty in a sentence
- The old bike was too rusty to ride anymore.
- He found a rusty can buried in the backyard.
- After years without practice, my guitar skills felt quite rusty.
- The rusty hinges creaked loudly every time she opened the door.
- They decided to throw out the rusty old tools from the shed.
How to use Rusty
Used to describe metal objects that have oxidized. May also apply metaphorically to skills or knowledge that have deteriorated.
Grammar pattern
rusty + noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'rusty' old car with a brownish color and peeling paint.
Related words
Collocations with Rusty
- rusty nail
- rusty metal
- rusty skills
- rusty machinery
- rusty pipe
Synonyms for Rusty
- oxidized
- corroded
- dilapidated
- worn
- decayed
Common mistakes with Rusty
- Confused with 'rust' (the noun form) versus 'rusty' (the adjective).
- Using 'rusty' for non-metal objects where the term doesn't apply.
- Overusing 'rusty' when intending to describe things that are merely old.
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Rusty in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
صدئ
مغطى بالصدأ؛ شيء لم يعد لامعًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মরিচা ধরা
মরিচা ধরা; এমন কিছু যা আর চকচকে নেই।
- GermanDeutsch
Rostig
Mit Rost bedeckt; etwas, das nicht mehr glänzt.
- SpanishEspañol
Oxidado
Cubierto de óxido; algo que ya no brilla.
- Persianفارسی
زنگ زده
پوشیده از زنگ؛ چیزی که دیگر براق نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Rouillé
Couvert de rouille ; quelque chose qui n'est plus brillant.
- Hindiहिन्दी
जंग लगा हुआ
जंग से ढका हुआ; कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो अब चमकदार नहीं रही।
- ItalianItaliano
Arrugginito
Coperto di ruggine; qualcosa che non è più lucido.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Enferrujado
Coberto de ferrugem; algo que não brilha mais.
- RussianРусский
Ржавый
Покрытый ржавчиной; что-то, что больше не блестит.
- Urduاردو
زنگ آلود
زنگ سے ڈھکا ہوا؛ کوئی ایسی چیز جو اب چمکدار نہ رہے۔
- Chinese中文
生锈的
布满铁锈；不再闪亮的东西。
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- Here's my résumé
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- CurriculumB2
the subjects that are included in a course of study or taught in a school, college, etc.
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A detailed document summarizing a person’s educational background and work experience.
- PrettyA1
to some extent; fairly
- Same thing pretty much
Indicates that two things are very similar or the same.
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Frequently asked questions about Rusty
What does Rusty mean?
Covered with rust; something that is not shiny anymore.
What is the definition of Rusty?
Covered with rust, often indicating old or neglected metal.
How do you use Rusty in a sentence?
The old bike was too rusty to ride anymore.
Can you give another example of Rusty?
He found a rusty can buried in the backyard.
What are synonyms for Rusty?
Common alternatives include oxidized, corroded, dilapidated, worn, decayed.
What is the opposite of Rusty?
Opposite meanings include shiny, new, polished, bright.
What words go with Rusty?
It commonly pairs with rusty nail, rusty metal, rusty skills, rusty machinery, rusty pipe.
What are common mistakes when using Rusty?
Confused with 'rust' (the noun form) versus 'rusty' (the adjective). Using 'rusty' for non-metal objects where the term doesn't apply. Overusing 'rusty' when intending to describe things that are merely old.
How do you pronounce Rusty?
US: //ˈrʌsti//, UK: //ˈrʌsti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Rusty?
Used to describe metal objects that have oxidized. May also apply metaphorically to skills or knowledge that have deteriorated.