Grandezas (en. Greatness)

/ɡɾanˈðeθas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Qualities or virtues of great people or things.
The greatness of his character made him stand out among others.
Las grandezas de su carácter lo hicieron destacar entre los demás.
Magnificence or splendor.
The palace was known for its architectural greatness.
El palacio era conocido por sus grandezas arquitectónicas.
Greatness in terms of hierarchy or rank.
Kings often talk about their greatness and achievements.
Los reyes suelen hablar de sus grandezas y logros.

Etymology

From the Latin 'granditas', which refers to the large.

Common Phrases and Expressions

global greatness
The wonders or the best that the world offers.
grandezas del mundo
to talk about greatness
To refer to one’s own achievements or virtues.
hablar de grandezas
greatness and misery
To contrast the positive and negative in life.
grandezas y miserias

Related Words

greatness
Quality of being large or extraordinary.
grandeza
magnificence
Splendor or greatness in visuals or achievements.
magnificencia
majesty
Greatness worthy of respect and admiration.
majestad

Slang Meanings

Exaggeration about one’s own greatness.
Don't believe him; he tends to talk about his greatness.
No le creas, suele hablar de sus grandezas.
Something ostentatious or flashy.
That car isn't for me; it's a symbol of greatness.
Ese coche no es para mí, es un símbolo de grandezas.