French Conversation · Level 32
90 words
French word
large
Pronunciation
IPA/laʁʒ/
Meaning
- adjectivewide
Example
Le couloir est large.
The hallway is wide.
More examples
Elle porte un pantalon large.
She is wearing loose-fitting trousers.
Core concept
A garment or interior with generous space around the body or along the passage.
Common phrases
pantalon large
loose-fitting trousers
chemise large
loose-fitting shirt
Similar words
grand: Large in overall size or height.
vaste: Covering a broad area or extending across a wide range.
spacieux: Having plenty of open space for people or objects indoors.
ample: Loose enough to allow easy movement without clinging to the body.
Definition in French
Qui laisse de l'espace à l'intérieur ou pour le mouvement, en parlant surtout de vêtements ou d'aménagements.
Word origin
French large comes from Latin largus through Old French, developing from ideas of abundance and breadth to describe roominess and width.
Usage tips
- For overall size, English large often corresponds to French grand, while French large more specifically highlights width or looseness.