English–French

“worn out” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/yze/

Example

Ce jean est usé.

These jeans are worn out.

Illustration for usé (worn out)

How to say “worn out” in French

“Worn out” in French is usé.

A familiar item whose edges, fabric, or surface have become thin, rubbed, or dull through regular use.

Full entry for usé: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with usé

Ses chaussures sont usées jusqu'à la corde.

His shoes are worn to the point of being threadbare.

Tips for using usé

  • Usé describes wear from use rather than age alone, so vieux is more suitable when an object is simply old.

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