Adjective · A1 · Spanish glossary
Grande: big, large
grande
Pronunciation: GRAHN-deh (stress the capital letters)
Grande means “big, large” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: big, large; great
- How to say it: GRAHN-deh
- Forms: grande, grande, grandes, grandes
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “grande” means and how to use it
Grande means “big” or “large.” Before a singular noun it shortens to “gran” and can mean “great.”
Forms of “grande”
| Describes | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Masculine | grande | grandes |
| Feminine | grande | grandes |
Adjectives agree with the noun they describe.
Examples with audio
- Quiero una pizza grande.I want a large pizza.
- Es un gran amigo.He is a great friend.
- Mi familia es muy grande.My family is very big.
Usage tip
Before a noun, “gran” means great or important (un gran día), while after the noun “grande” means physically big (una casa grande).
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “big, large” in Spanish?
“big, large” in Spanish is “grande.” It is pronounced GRAHN-deh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “grande”?
Say GRAHN-deh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
How does “grande” change for feminine and plural?
The forms are “grande,” “grande,” “grandes,” and “grandes.”
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