C1adjective10K+

UK/["/ˌlɑːdʒ ˈskeɪl/"]/US/["/ˌlɑːrdʒ ˈskeɪl/"]/

Meaning of Large-scale

In simple words: Big or happening over a wide area.

Large-scale in a sentence

  • Large areas of the forest will be cleared for ranching as part of a large-scale development plan.
  • the large-scale manufacturing of the vaccine
  • The proposals include large-scale investment in agriculture and industry.
  • These measures would facilitate the development of large-scale business enterprises.

How to use Large-scale

Use 'large-scale' to describe significant projects or events. It's appropriate in business, science, and formal discussions but may sound too dramatic in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

large-scale + noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'large scale' on a map showing a big area!

Related words

Collocations with Large-scale

  • large-scale project
  • large-scale study
  • large-scale event
  • large-scale operation

Synonyms for Large-scale

Opposites of Large-scale

Common mistakes with Large-scale

  • Confusing with 'large', which is less specific.
  • Using 'scale' alone without 'large'.
  • Misplacing the hyphen, writing 'largescale'.

Compare Large-scale with Extensive, Huge, Massive, Significant

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Frequently asked questions about Large-scale

What does Large-scale mean?

Big or happening over a wide area.

What is the definition of Large-scale?

involving many people or things, especially over a wide area

How do you use Large-scale in a sentence?

Large areas of the forest will be cleared for ranching as part of a large-scale development plan.

Can you give another example of Large-scale?

the large-scale manufacturing of the vaccine

What are synonyms for Large-scale?

Common alternatives include extensive, wide-ranging, huge, massive, significant.

What is the opposite of Large-scale?

Opposite meanings include small-scale, limited, minor.

What words go with Large-scale?

It commonly pairs with large-scale project, large-scale study, large-scale event, large-scale operation.

What are common mistakes when using Large-scale?

Confusing with 'large', which is less specific. Using 'scale' alone without 'large'. Misplacing the hyphen, writing 'largescale'.

How do you pronounce Large-scale?

US: /["/ˌlɑːrdʒ ˈskeɪl/"]/, UK: /["/ˌlɑːdʒ ˈskeɪl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Large-scale?

Use 'large-scale' to describe significant projects or events. It's appropriate in business, science, and formal discussions but may sound too dramatic in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Large-scale?

"Large-scale" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.