vecchia

Vecchia is the feminine singular form of the Italian adjective vecchio, meaning "old." It is used to describe feminine nouns, for example la casa vecchia (the old house) or una macchina vecchia (an old car).

The word also functions as a noun in certain contexts, where it can mean "old woman" or "old lady." When used as a noun, it is usually accompanied by the article la or the definite article and can carry affectionate or pejorative connotations depending on tone.

Etymology: vecchia derives from Latin vetus, with related forms vecchio (masc.) and vecchi (plural). The feminine plural is vecchie.

In Italian culture, vecchia appears in set phrases. A well-known example is La Vecchia Signora, the nickname of Juventus Football Club, reflecting tradition and longevity. The term also appears in literature and cinema to evoke age or aging female figures.