D'immenses (en. Immense)

/dimɑ̃s/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to something very large, of considerable extent.
The immense mountains dominate the landscape.
Les montagnes d'immenses envergures dominent le paysage.
Used to denote a strong feeling or emotion.
He felt immense joy upon his success.
Il ressentait d'immenses joies lors de sa réussite.
Characterizes an extent, surface, or remarkable volume.
The reservoir holds immense quantities of water.
Le réservoir contient d'immenses quantités d'eau.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'immensus', which means 'without measure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

immense possibilities
numerous options or opportunities available.
d'immenses possibilités
immense efforts
intense or significant work put in.
d'immenses efforts
immense resources
a large quantity of means or materials.
d'immenses ressources

Related Words

immense
that is of very large size.
immense
ample
that has a great capacity.
ample
giga
that indicates a large size or great quantity.
giga

Slang Meanings

Term used to describe something huge in an informal context.
This festival attracted immense crowds!
Ce festival a attiré d'immenses foules !
Used to express great admiration or amazement.
There were immense performances on stage.
C'était d'immenses performances sur scène.