"Vejez" is a noun.
/βeˈxeθ/ (in Spain) or /βeˈxes/ (in Latin America).
"Vejez" refers to the later stage of life when a person is considered elderly. The term encompasses the physical and mental changes associated with aging. In Spanish, it is used to discuss various aspects of being old, including health, social status, and cultural perceptions related to aging.
The frequency of use of "vejez" is moderate in both oral and written contexts, often appearing in discussions about healthcare, sociology, and social issues regarding the elderly population.
La vejez trae consigo muchos cambios en el cuerpo y la mente.
Old age brings many changes in the body and mind.
La vejez no debe ser vista como un obstáculo, sino como una etapa rica en experiencias.
Old age should not be seen as an obstacle, but as a stage rich in experiences.
Es importante cuidar la salud mental durante la vejez.
It is important to take care of mental health during old age.
The word "vejez" is often used in several idiomatic expressions and contexts that reflect societal attitudes towards aging:
Llegar a la vejez
To reach old age.
Es un logro llegar a la vejez con buena salud.
It is an achievement to reach old age in good health.
Vejez dorada
Golden old age.
Muchos sueñan con disfrutar de una vejez dorada llena de viajes.
Many dream of enjoying a golden old age filled with travel.
Cada vez más cerca de la vejez
Closer to old age each day.
Con cada cumpleaños, me siento cada vez más cerca de la vejez.
With every birthday, I feel closer to old age.
Temer a la vejez
To fear old age.
Muchos adolescentes temen a la vejez por los cambios que trae.
Many teenagers fear old age because of the changes it brings.
La vejez es un estado mental
Old age is a state of mind.
Algunas personas creen que la vejez es un estado mental, no solo físico.
Some people believe that old age is a state of mind, not just physical.
The word "vejez" comes from the Latin "vetustas," meaning "old age" or "antiquity." It is related to the Latin verb "veterare," which means "to make old."