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rétro

retro, old-fashioned

adjective REH-troh Rare

Also means

vintage

Usage Note

Rétro is invariable — it does not change for gender or number ('une ambiance rétro', 'des meubles rétro'). It often carries a positive, nostalgic connotation rather than a negative one. The noun le rétro can refer to the 'retro style' as a fashion trend.

Examples

"Elle porte une robe rétro très élégante."

Natural Translation

She wears a very elegant retro dress.

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