old age

• Período avançado da vida de uma pessoa, geralmente caracterizado por declínio físico, aposentadoria e sabedoria ou experiência acumulada. Também pode se referir ao envelhecimento em si.

The later part of a person's life, typically characterized by physical decline, retirement, and increased wisdom or experience.

1. Later stage of lifeA2formal

   The period of life when a person is elderly, typically after retirement age.

   velhice

   • In old age, many people enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.
   • He remained active and healthy well into old age.
   • Old age often brings wisdom and patience.

2. State of being oldB1formal

   The condition or quality of being old, often referring to objects or institutions.

   Velhice

   • The building showed signs of old age in its crumbling walls.
   • The antique furniture had a charm that came with old age.
   • Old age of the equipment caused frequent breakdowns.