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陈旧的纸
chén jiù de zhǐ
old paper
这本日记里的纸张已经陈旧发黄。
The paper in this diary has already turned yellow with age.
neutral
Paper that is old, discolored, or worn out, often from prolonged storage or use.
图书馆的档案室里存放着许多陈旧的纸张。
The archive room in the library stores many old papers.
博物馆展出了一份陈旧的契约文书。
The museum displayed an old contract document.
Commonly used to describe paper that has lost its original color or structural integrity due to age.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Distinguishing '陈旧' from '陈腐'
'陈旧' emphasizes physical aging (e.g., discoloration, fragility), while '陈腐' often implies outdated ideas or content. For paper, '陈旧' is the correct choice.
Gold Rule
Physical vs. Metaphorical Use
Use '陈旧的纸' for literal aged paper. For metaphorical 'outdated documents' (e.g., in digital systems), use '过时的文件' (outdated files).
Word Origin
陈旧 (chén jiù) means 'old' or 'outdated', combining '陈' (to display/old) and '旧' (old/worn). 纸 (zhǐ) means 'paper'. The phrase describes paper that has aged physically or in appearance.
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used literally in contexts like archives, museums, or historical research. It can also metaphorically describe outdated documents or information in digital or modern contexts.
Word Breakdown
陈旧
old/outdated
adjective的
possessive particle
grammar纸
paper
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