A1 noun Neutral #272 most common

large

/lɑːrdʒ/

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.

Examples

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1

I usually wear a large in this brand.

I usually wear a large size in this brand.

2

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.

3

Get me a large, I am really thirsty.

Get me a large drink, I am really thirsty.

Word Family

Noun
largeness
Verb
enlarge
Adverb
largely
Adjective
large
Related
enlargement
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Memory Tip

Think of the 'L' on a clothing tag standing for 'Large' and 'Long'.

Quick Quiz

I am very hungry, so I will order a ___ pizza.

Correct!

The correct answer is: large

Examples

1

I usually wear a large in this brand.

everyday

I usually wear a large size in this brand.

2

The store assistant confirmed that a large was available in the back.

formal

The store assistant confirmed that a large size was available in the back.

3

Get me a large, I am really thirsty.

informal

Get me a large drink, I am really thirsty.

4

Data was collected for each size category, specifically focusing on the large.

academic

Data was collected for each size category, specifically focusing on the large size.

5

Our inventory shows we are currently out of the large.

business

Our inventory shows we are currently out of the large size.

Word Family

Noun
largeness
Verb
enlarge
Adverb
largely
Adjective
large
Related
enlargement

Common Collocations

order a large to request a large size
size large the specific category of large
wear a large to fit into a large size
extra large a size bigger than large
a large of coffee a big cup of coffee

Common Phrases

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

Often Confused With

large vs big

'Big' is usually an adjective describing size, while 'large' can be used as a noun for a specific size category.

large vs great

'Great' usually refers to quality or importance, whereas 'large' refers to physical dimensions or size categories.

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Usage Notes

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.

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Common Mistakes

Avoid saying 'I want a big' when ordering a drink; 'a large' is the correct way to refer to the size category.

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Memory Tip

Think of the 'L' on a clothing tag standing for 'Large' and 'Long'.

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Word Origin

From the Latin word 'largus', meaning abundant or giving freely.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun: one large, two larges Often follows the article 'a' or 'the'
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Cultural Context

In the United States, a 'large' drink or meal is often much bigger than a 'large' in Europe or Asia.

Quick Quiz

I am very hungry, so I will order a ___ pizza.

Correct!

The correct answer is: large

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