古く

This is the 1571st most frequent Japanese word.

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古く

"古く" means "old" or "ancient."


"古く" is used figuratively to imply a long time ago or traditional.

この古くからの慣習は今もなお続いている。

This traditional custom continues even today.


"古く" describes the physical state of the object as being old or aged.

古くなった建物は取り壊された。

The old building was demolished.


"古く" indicates the aged condition of an item, emphasizing wear and tear.

その本は古く、表紙が破れていた。

That book was old, and its cover was torn.