Grande (en. Big)

/ˈɡɾande/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has a size greater than average.
That building is very big.
Ese edificio es muy grande.
Refers to a considerable amount.
I need a big bag for shopping.
Necesito una bolsa grande para las compras.
That stands out for its importance or relevance.
He is a great artist in the history of music.
Es un gran artista en la historia de la música.
That has reached a high degree of maturity or development.
My son is already too big to use a pacifier.
Mi hijo ya es muy grande para usar chupete.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'grandis', which means 'big' or 'important'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

big heart
Generous or kind person.
grande corazón
go big
Overcome a difficult situation.
pasar por la grande
do something big
Carry out an activity in an exaggerated or significant way.
hacer algo en grande

Related Words

grand
That is magnificent or splendid.
grandioso
greatness
Quality of being large.
grandeza

Slang Meanings

Very good, excellent.
The party was great.
La fiesta estuvo grande.
In large quantity or intensity.
I ate a lot that night.
Comí grande esa noche.