English–French
“big” in French
How to say “big” in French
“Big” in French is gros.
A thick, weighty presence that takes up space and carries a sense of abundance or importance.
Example sentences with gros
C'est un gros mensonge.
It's a big lie.
Tips for using gros
- For physical size, gros emphasizes bulk or thickness, whereas grand more often emphasizes height, length, or overall dimensions.
Other French words for “big”
Il a un grand chien.
He has a big dog.