grande
big
The word 'grande' is used in Spanish to depict something that is large, grand or big. For instance, 'El elefante es muy grande.' translates to 'The elephant is very big.'
Example sentences using: grande
Tengo un problema grande.
I have a big problem.
In this example, 'grande' is used to modify 'problema' (problem), making it a 'big problem'.
Ella tiene una sonrisa grande.
She has a big smile.
Here, 'grande' describes 'sonrisa' (smile). In Spanish, adjectives typically come after the noun they modify.
Es una ciudad muy grande.
It's a very big city.
In this sentence, 'grande' is paired with 'muy' (very) enhancing the adjective to convey 'very big'.
El gato es más grande que el ratón.
The cat is bigger than the mouse.
This sentence provides an example of comparative use of 'grande'. 'Más grande' translates to 'bigger'.
Este libro es grande.
This book is big.
Another straightforward use of 'grande' to describe a noun - in this case a 'libro' or book.
El universo es infinitamente grande.
The universe is infinitely big.
The word 'infinitamente' (infinitely) is used in this sentence to create a hyperbolic expression using 'grande'.
Este coche es demasiado grande para mi garaje.
This car is too big for my garage.
In this sentence, 'grande' is used with 'demasiado' (too) to communicate an excess.
Estoy grande para jugar con muñecas.
I'm too old to play with dolls.
In this case, 'grande' doesn’t mean 'big' but 'old'. It’s showing this adjective can be used in context to mean different things.
Él tiene un corazón grande.
He has a big heart.
Here 'grande' describes 'corazón' (heart). In English and Spanish, a 'big heart' can symbolize kindness or generosity.
La casa es grande.
The house is big.
This sentence is showing the adjective 'grande' in one of its most basic uses, to describe a noun - in this case a 'casa' or house. Note that the adjective follows the noun in Spanish, unlike in English.