Largueza (en. Largesse)

/laɾˈɣwesa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Considerable extension or length of something.
The largeness of the bridge allows large ships to pass.
La largueza del puente permite el paso de grandes barcos.
Generosity or willingness to give.
His largeness in helping others is admirable.
Su largueza al ayudar a los demás es admirable.
Quality of being long in time.
The largeness of the wait was exhausting.
La largueza de la espera fue agotadora.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'largitia', which means generosity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

largeness of heart
Generosity and kindness in action.
largueza de corazón
in the largeness of time
Referring to a prolonged period.
en la largueza de tiempo
to give generously
To act generously when offering or gifting.
dar con largueza

Related Words

long
That has greater length or duration.
largo
extensive
That extends far in space or time.
extenso
generous
That acts with generosity.
generoso

Slang Meanings

Waste of time or resources.
Don't talk to me about largeness, we wasted hours on this.
No me hables de largueza, que gastamos horas en esto.
To act with calmness and patience.
Take life easy, there's no rush.
Tómate la vida con largueza, no hay prisa.