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English - Dutch
Big
bɪɡ
Extremely common
200 - 300
200 - 300
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
groot, belangrijk, uitgebreid, breed, grootse
Big meanings in Dutch
groot
Example:
The elephant is big.
De olifant is groot.
They live in a big house.
Ze wonen in een groot huis.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe size or physical dimensions.
Note: This is the most common translation of 'big' and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
belangrijk
Example:
This is a big decision.
Dit is een belangrijke beslissing.
They made a big mistake.
Ze maakten een belangrijke fout.
Usage: formalContext: Used to denote significance or importance.
Note: This translation is often used when 'big' refers to the weight of a decision or mistake, rather than physical size.
uitgebreid
Example:
We had a big discussion about it.
We hadden een uitgebreide discussie erover.
There is a big difference between them.
Er is een uitgebreide verschil tussen hen.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to the extent or scope of something.
Note: This is used to express that something is extensive or thorough.
breed
Example:
He has a big smile.
Hij heeft een brede glimlach.
The river is big here.
De rivier is hier breed.
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe width or a broad aspect.
Note: Typically used in informal contexts to describe something that has a wide or broad appearance.
grootse
Example:
They have big ambitions.
Ze hebben grootse ambities.
She made a big impression.
Ze maakte een grootse indruk.
Usage: formalContext: Used to express grandeur or a sense of greatness.
Note: This term is often used to convey a sense of aspiration or large-scale thinking.
Big's synonyms
large
Large typically refers to something of considerable size or extent.
Example: The elephant is a large animal.
Note: Large can imply a more formal or technical tone compared to 'big'.
huge
Huge emphasizes something extremely large in size or amount.
Example: They live in a huge house with a swimming pool.
Note: Huge is often used to describe something that is exceptionally big or massive.
massive
Massive suggests great mass or weight, often implying strength or solidity.
Example: The construction project required massive amounts of steel.
Note: Massive can convey a sense of imposing size and power.
enormous
Enormous indicates something exceedingly large in size, extent, or degree.
Example: They were faced with an enormous challenge.
Note: Enormous is used to emphasize the vastness or magnitude of something.
gigantic
Gigantic describes something of immense size, often with a sense of awe or wonder.
Example: The gigantic tree towered over the forest.
Note: Gigantic can evoke a sense of impressiveness or astonishment due to its size.
Big expressions, common phrases
Big deal
This phrase is used to downplay the significance of something or to express that something is not impressive or important.
Example: So what if you won the game? It's not a big deal.
Note: The phrase 'big deal' emphasizes the lack of importance or significance in a sarcastic or dismissive way compared to just using the word 'big'.
Big fish in a small pond
Refers to someone who is important or successful in a small or limited environment but may not be as successful in a larger or more competitive one.
Example: He's used to being a big fish in a small pond at his current company, but he may struggle in a larger organization.
Note: This idiom conveys the idea of relative importance or success within a specific context, going beyond the literal size of the fish.
Big picture
Refers to the overall perspective or full view of a situation rather than focusing on specific details.
Example: Let's not focus on the details for now, we need to look at the big picture.
Note: The phrase 'big picture' emphasizes the need to consider the broader context or perspective instead of just the literal size.
Big shot
Refers to a person who is important, influential, or successful in a particular field or context.
Example: She's a big shot in the marketing industry, so her opinion carries a lot of weight.
Note: This phrase conveys the idea of significant status or influence beyond just physical size.
Big time
Refers to achieving great success, fame, or fortune on a large scale.
Example: She made it big time in Hollywood after years of hard work.
Note: The phrase 'big time' emphasizes reaching a high level of success or achievement rather than just being physically large.
Big cheese
Refers to a person who holds a position of authority, importance, or influence; typically a boss or a leader.
Example: The big cheese of the company will be attending the meeting tomorrow.
Note: The term 'big cheese' highlights the person's significant role or status, going beyond just their physical size.
Go big or go home
Encourages taking bold or decisive actions, often implying that only significant efforts will lead to success.
Example: If you're going to invest in this project, you need to go big or go home.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the need for a substantial or impactful approach, rather than just focusing on physical size.
Big everyday (slang) expressions
Biggie
Biggie is a slang term used to describe something oversized or larger than usual.
Example: Let's order a biggie size of fries with that burger.
Note: This term is informal and often used in a playful or casual context.
Biggie Smalls
A humorous term combining 'biggie' with the name of the late rapper Notorious B.I.G. (The Notorious B.I.G.), known as Biggie Smalls.
Example: The sandwich at that deli is so huge, they call it the Biggie Smalls.
Note: This term adds a playful or ironic twist to referring to something large.
Bigwig
A bigwig is a person in a position of power, authority, or importance.
Example: The bigwigs from headquarters are coming for a visit tomorrow.
Note: This term is often used sarcastically to refer to someone in a high-ranking position.
Mega
Mega is slang for something very large, impressive, or intense.
Example: She's got a mega crush on that guy; it's so obvious.
Note: This term is often used to describe extreme or intense situations, feelings, or objects.
Whopper
A whopper is a large, extravagant, or unbelievable story or statement.
Example: She told me a whopper of a story about her weekend adventures.
Note: This term is used to highlight the exaggerated or surprising nature of a story or claim.
Jumbo
Jumbo is a slang term used to describe something very large or oversized.
Example: They sell jumbo-sized popcorn buckets at the theater for just a bit more.
Note: This term specifically denotes something larger than usual, often used in a commercial context.
Big - Examples
The big elephant is eating a lot of grass.
De grote olifant eet veel gras.
The hatalmas building is the tallest in the city.
Het grote gebouw is het hoogste in de stad.
The óriási storm caused a lot of damage.
De grote storm veroorzaakte veel schade.
Big grammar
Big - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: big
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): bigger
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): biggest
Adjective (Adjective): big
Syllables, Separation and Stress
big Contains 1 syllables: big
Phonetic transcription: ˈbig
big , ˈbig (The red syllable is stressed)
Big - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
big: 200 - 300 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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