Spanish Conversation · Level 158
29 words
Spanish word
magno
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈmaɣno/
Meaning
- adjectivegreat
Example
Lograron un magno avance en la investigación.
They achieved a great advance in the research.
More examples
La comunidad reconoció un magno esfuerzo colectivo.
The community recognized a great collective effort.
Core concept
Exceptional importance or grandeur attached to a person, work, or event.
Similar words
grande: Noticeably larger-than-normal size or scale, often in physical dimensions.
enorme: Very large size or quantity, conveying a sense of vast magnitude.
importante: Considerable value or influence that affects decisions or outcomes.
magnífico: Exceptional quality or appearance that impresses aesthetically.
Definition in Spanish
Expresa grandeza o importancia excepcional aplicado a hechos, obras o personas.
Word origin
The adjective traces to Latin magnus 'big, great', passing into Spanish through medieval usage and retaining the idea of notable size or importance.
Usage tips
- Unlike English great, which often means 'very good', magno focuses on exceptional size or importance and so sounds more formal and less like casual praise.