VocabJLPT N1
the oldest
Nounの-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. the oldest
  2. 2. the earliest
An expression meaning "the oldest" of something, used to describe the most ancient example within a given category or region. It often appears in historical or archaeological contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The desert ruins are said to be one of the oldest cities in human history.

Sentence 2

Wait, you can actually drink the world's oldest wine?!

Sentence 3

Hmm, where did I put the oldest photo album again?

Sentence 4

Breaking news: the country's oldest wooden school building has been opened to the public.

Sentence 5

Hey, is it true this is the oldest movie theater in Japan?