破旧 (pò jiù) — shabby, worn-out, dilapidated

Definition

破旧 (pò jiù) describes objects that are old and worn out, often from age and use — like shabby furniture or a dilapidated building. Its sibling 破 (pò, HSK4) is broader, meaning 'broken, damaged' without implying age (e.g. a broken glass). Use 破旧 when the shabbiness comes from age, not just damage.

adjective

shabbyworn-outdilapidated

Examples

破旧。
Zhè jiān fángjiān de jiājù dōu hěn pò jiù le.
The furniture in this room is all very shabby.
破旧。
Tā chuānzhe yí jiàn pò jiù de dàyī.
He is wearing a shabby coat.
破旧。
Zhè běn pò jiù de zìdiǎn shì wǒ de.
This worn-out dictionary is mine.

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