large
A specific size category for items such as clothing, coffee, or containers that is bigger than medium. It is commonly used when selecting from a range of standard sizes in shops and restaurants.
Beispiele
3 von 5I usually wear a large in this brand.
I usually wear a large size in this brand.
The store assistant confirmed that a large was available in the back.
The store assistant confirmed that a large size was available in the back.
Get me a large, I am really thirsty.
Get me a large drink, I am really thirsty.
Wortfamilie
Merkhilfe
Think of the 'L' on a clothing tag standing for 'Large' and 'Long'.
Schnelles Quiz
I am very hungry, so I will order a ___ pizza.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: large
Beispiele
I usually wear a large in this brand.
everydayI usually wear a large size in this brand.
The store assistant confirmed that a large was available in the back.
formalThe store assistant confirmed that a large size was available in the back.
Get me a large, I am really thirsty.
informalGet me a large drink, I am really thirsty.
Data was collected for each size category, specifically focusing on the large.
academicData was collected for each size category, specifically focusing on the large size.
Our inventory shows we are currently out of the large.
businessOur inventory shows we are currently out of the large size.
Wortfamilie
Häufige Kollokationen
Häufige Phrasen
at large
as a whole or free from capture
by and large
on the whole or generally
living large
living a wealthy or successful lifestyle
Wird oft verwechselt mit
'Big' is usually an adjective describing size, while 'large' can be used as a noun for a specific size category.
'Great' usually refers to quality or importance, whereas 'large' refers to physical dimensions or size categories.
Nutzungshinweise
Use 'large' as a noun when you are choosing from fixed sizes like Small, Medium, and Large. It is very common in clothing stores and fast-food restaurants.
Häufige Fehler
Avoid saying 'I want a big' when ordering a drink; 'a large' is the correct way to refer to the size category.
Merkhilfe
Think of the 'L' on a clothing tag standing for 'Large' and 'Long'.
Wortherkunft
From the Latin word 'largus', meaning abundant or giving freely.
Grammatikmuster
Kultureller Kontext
In the United States, a 'large' drink or meal is often much bigger than a 'large' in Europe or Asia.
Schnelles Quiz
I am very hungry, so I will order a ___ pizza.
Richtig!
Die richtige Antwort ist: large
Ähnliche Regeln
Verwandte Redewendungen
Verwandtes Vokabular
Size describes how big or small an object, person, or space...
capacityDescribes a space, container, or system that has reached its...
dimensionA dimension refers to a measurable extent of a particular ki...
volumeVolume refers to the amount of space that a substance or obj...
scaleA musical scale is a set of musical notes ordered by pitch,...
Ähnliche Wörter
ready
A2To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.
simple
A2Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.
physical
A2Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.
general
A2Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.
environmental
A2Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.
medical
A2Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.
traditional
A2Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.
private
A2Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.
difficult
A2Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.
religious
A2Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.
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