Adjective
/ob.soˈle.to/
The word "obsoleto" refers to something that is no longer used or is out of date, often due to advances in technology or changes in societal norms and preferences. In economic contexts, it can be related to products, processes, or methods that are no longer considered current or effective.
The term is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, particularly in discussions about technology, industry standards, and market trends.
El teléfono fijo se ha vuelto obsoleto en muchos hogares.
(The landline phone has become obsolete in many households.)
La obsolescencia programada hace que los productos se vuelvan obsoletos rápidamente.
(Planned obsolescence makes products become obsolete quickly.)
Los libros de texto impresos están siendo considerados obsoletos debido a la tecnología digital.
(Printed textbooks are being regarded as obsolete due to digital technology.)
"Obsoleto" is not commonly found in idiomatic expressions specifically. However, it can be used in various contexts that imply obsolescence or the act of becoming outdated.
“No te quedes obsoleto, actualiza tus habilidades.”
(Don’t become obsolete, update your skills.)
“Su visión del mundo es obsoleta y necesita modernizarse.”
(His worldview is obsolete and needs to be modernized.)
“Las técnicas antiguas se sienten cada vez más obsoletas en nuestra sociedad actual.”
(Old techniques feel more and more obsolete in our current society.)
The word "obsoleto" comes from the Latin word "obsoletus," which means "worn out" or "forgotten." It is derived from the verb "obsolescere," meaning "to fall into disuse."
Synonyms:
- Caducado (expired)
- Antiquado (antiquated)
- Desactualizado (outdated)
Antonyms:
- Nuevo (new)
- Moderno (modern)
- Actual (current)