古風(こふう)

こふう
na-adjective, noun
old-fashioned, classic
1. old-fashioned, classic, traditional in style
Having the style, manners, or appearance of an earlier era. Can be used positively (charming, classic) or neutrally (dated, old-style), but rarely carries a strongly negative connotation.
古風(こふう)な名前(なまえ)ですね。
That's an old-fashioned name, isn't it.
彼(かれ)は古風(こふう)な考(かんが)え方(かた)をする人(ひと)だ。
He is a person with old-fashioned ways of thinking.
古風(こふう)な町並(まちな)みが残(のこ)るこの地域(ちいき)は観光客(かんこうきゃく)に人気(にんき)がある。
This area, where old-fashioned townscapes remain, is popular with tourists.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 古風(こふう)な名前(なまえ) (old-fashioned name)
  • 古風(こふう)な建物(たてもの) (classic-style building)
  • 古風(こふう)な雰囲気(ふんいき) (classic atmosphere)
  • 古風(こふう)な人(ひと) (old-fashioned person)

Often used with a tone of appreciation or charm rather than criticism. When describing people's manners or values, it suggests traditional propriety that can be seen as admirable.

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