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    Grandi (en. Grew up)

    /ɡʁɑ̃.di/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To make larger, to increase in size or importance.
    The neighborhoods have grown over the years.
    Les quartiers ont grandi au fil des années.
    To become more mature, to reach a higher level of development.
    He has grown emotionally since his childhood.
    Il a grandi émotionnellement depuis son enfance.
    To raise someone, in terms of educational responsibility.
    She raised her children alone.
    Elle a grandi ses enfants seule.

    Etymology

    Comes from the French verb 'grandir', whose root is 'grand', meaning 'big' or 'important'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    having grown
    Indicating that someone has evolved or matured as a person.
    avoir grandi
    growing in wisdom
    Becoming wiser with time and experience.
    grandir en sagesse
    growing together
    Evolving or developing as a group or peer.
    grandir ensemble

    Related Words

    big
    Who has a large size or importance.
    grand
    elevation
    Action of carrying or being carried to a higher level.
    élévation
    growth
    Process of increase or development.
    croissance

    Slang Meanings

    To have gained value or importance in one's field.
    He has really grown in the music scene.
    Il a vraiment grandi dans le milieu de la musique.
    To have become recognized or famous.
    This company has grown quickly in the market.
    Cette entreprise a grandi vite sur le marché.