🇪🇸 How to say

“big” in Spanish

grande
Illustration of "big" in a Spanish cultural setting
A family stands in front of a large, colorful house with a big garden filled with flowers. The children are playing with a big ball, while the parents admire the large trees surrounding their home.

Usage note

The word 'grande' means 'big' or 'large' and can describe objects, places, or even people. It is often used to emphasize size and is common in everyday conversations.

Examples

  • El perro es grande.

    The dog is big.

  • Tengo una casa grande.

    I have a big house.

  • La pelota es grande.

    The ball is big.

Quick check

What does "grande" mean?

  • A. big
  • B. small
  • C. delicious
  • D. (none)

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