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Spanish Phrase

Los objetos antiguos son fascinantes.

/los oˈβxe.tos anˈtiɣwos son fas.siˈnan.tes/
Meaning"Old objects are fascinating."
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Meaning

The sentence states that old or antique objects are fascinating. It is a general observation, not tied to a specific item, and conveys a sense of admiration for historical artifacts.

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When to use

Use this phrase when talking about museums, antique collections, family heirlooms, or any situation where you want to express interest in items from the past.

Grammar Breakdown

Losobjetosantiguossonfascinantes

1

Definite Article (Los)

Los is the masculine plural definite article, used before plural nouns that are masculine or mixed gender.

2

Noun (objetos)

Objetos means ‘objects’; it is a masculine plural noun, so it must agree with the article Los.

3

Adjective Agreement (antiguos)

Antiguos is a masculine plural adjective that must match the gender and number of objetos.

4

Verb ‘ser’ (son)

Son is the third‑person plural present of ser, used for permanent characteristics.

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Predicate Adjective (fascinantes)

Fascinantes is a plural adjective that follows the verb ser; it also agrees with objetos.

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Te gustan los objetos antiguos?

Do you like old objects?

Sí, los objetos antiguos son fascinantes.

Yes, old objects are fascinating.

B

Common Mistakes

  • Los objetos antiguos es fascinantes.

    The verb must agree with the plural subject; use son, not es.

  • Los objetos antiguo son fascinantes.

    The adjective must match the plural noun; use antiguos, not antiguo.

  • Los objetos antiguos son fascinante.

    When the subject is plural, the adjective must also be plural: fascinantes.

Alternatives

  • Los objetos viejos son fascinantes.

    Old objects are fascinating.

  • Los objetos de época resultan fascinantes.

    Objects from that era turn out to be fascinating.

  • Los objetos antiguos resultan muy interesantes.

    Ancient objects turn out to be very interesting.

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Cultural Tip

In many Spanish‑speaking countries, the word antiguo carries a respectful tone, implying historical value, whereas viejo can sound more casual or even negative. When you want to highlight cultural heritage, prefer antiguos. Also, discussing antiques is common in museum tours and family gatherings where heirlooms are shown.