English–German

“grand” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/monumɛnˈtaːl/

Example

Das Denkmal ist monumentaler als ich gedacht habe.

The monument is grander than I thought.

Illustration for monumental (grand)

How to say “grand” in German

“Grand” in German is monumental.

A monument-sized presence that dominates attention through scale, force, or lasting importance.

Full entry for monumental: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with monumental

Die Flutkatastrophe war von monumentalem Ausmaß.

The flood disaster was of monumental scale.

Tips for using monumental

  • German monumental also describes an achievement, task, or failure of exceptional scale, not only a large physical object.

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