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    Gigantesca (en. Gigantic)

    /xiɡante'ska/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Of extraordinary or very large dimensions.
    The mountain was gigantic and could be seen from many kilometers away.
    La montaña era gigantesca y se veía desde muchos kilómetros de distancia.
    That is overwhelming or excessive.
    The project had a gigantic workload that scared the employees.
    El proyecto tenía una gigantesca carga de trabajo que asustaba a los empleados.
    Relating to something that greatly exceeds the normal size.
    We were surprised by the gigantic sculpture in the park.
    Nos sorprendió la gigantesca escultura en el parque.

    Etymology

    The term 'gigantesca' originates from the Latin 'gigantescus', related to 'giant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a gigantic task
    A task that is very extensive or difficult to carry out.
    una tarea gigantesca
    a gigantic effort
    An effort that requires a lot of work or dedication.
    un esfuerzo gigantesco
    a gigantic view
    A view that is impressive due to its size or beauty.
    una vista gigantesca

    Related Words

    giant
    Being of a very large size, greater than normal.
    gigante
    giga
    A prefix that indicates a larger size, such as in gigabyte.
    giga
    gigantism
    The condition of beings or things that are giants.
    gigantismo

    Slang Meanings

    Something impressive or awesome.
    The party was gigantic, nobody expected it.
    La fiesta fue gigantesca, nadie se lo esperaba.
    An event or situation that has a great impact.
    The concert was gigantic, people were impressed.
    El concierto fue gigantesco, la gente quedó impresionada.