A1adjective 1K

Large

🇬🇧 UK /["/lɑːdʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/lɑːrdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Large

big in size or quantity

In simple words: big in size or amount

Large in a sentence

• The elephant is a large animal that can weigh up to several tons.
• She has a large collection of stamps from around the world.
• This pizza is too large for one person to eat by themselves.
• They live in a large house with multiple rooms and a big garden.
• He has large shoes that are difficult to find in stores.

How to use Large

Use 'large' to describe physical size or quantity. It is suitable for most situations but can sound less formal than 'vast' or 'immense'. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

large + noun

Memory hint

Think of a large elephant; the word 'large' is as big as an elephant!

Related words

Collocations with Large

• be
• appear
• feel
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• be
• appear
• feel
• extremely
• fairly
• very

Synonyms for Large

• flamboyant

Opposites of Large

• small
• tiny
• little

Common mistakes with Large

• Confused with 'big' — they have similar meanings but 'large' is often used in specific contexts.
• Using 'larger' vs 'more large' incorrectly.
• Mixing up size descriptors — sometimes learners use 'large' when 'huge' is more appropriate.

Frequently asked questions about Large

What does Large mean?

big in size or amount

What is the definition of Large?

big in size or quantity

How do you use Large in a sentence?

The elephant is a large animal that can weigh up to several tons.

Can you give another example of Large?

She has a large collection of stamps from around the world.

What are synonyms for Large?

Common alternatives include flamboyant.

What is the opposite of Large?

Opposite meanings include small, tiny, little.

What words go with Large?

It commonly pairs with be, appear, feel, extremely, fairly, very, be, appear, feel, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Large?

Confused with 'big' — they have similar meanings but 'large' is often used in specific contexts. Using 'larger' vs 'more large' incorrectly. Mixing up size descriptors — sometimes learners use 'large' when 'huge' is more appropriate.

How do you pronounce Large?

US: /["/lɑːrdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/lɑːdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Large?

Use 'large' to describe physical size or quantity. It is suitable for most situations but can sound less formal than 'vast' or 'immense'. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Large?

"Large" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.