enlarge
word
Definition
To make something bigger or increase its size. It can refer to physical objects, photos, or even areas and organizations.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly used in formal or technical contexts (like photos: 'enlarge a photograph'). For people, we use 'get bigger' or 'grow' instead. Common with objects, images, or spaces. 'Enlarge' sounds more formal than 'make bigger.'
Spanish: agrandar - ampliarPortuguese (BR): aumentar - ampliarPortuguese (PT): aumentar - ampliarChinese (Simplified): 扩大 - 放大Chinese (Traditional): 擴大 - 放大Hindi: बड़ा करनाArabic: تكبير - توسيعBengali: বড় করা - প্রসারিত করাRussian: увеличивать - расширятьJapanese: 拡大するVietnamese: phóng to - mở rộngKorean: 확대하다 - 확장하다Turkish: büyütmek - genişletmekUrdu: بڑھا دینا - وسیع کرناIndonesian: memperbesar - memperluas
Example Sentences
They want to enlarge the playground.
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Can you enlarge this photo for me?
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The company plans to enlarge its office.
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If you enlarge the map, you’ll see more details.
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She used the copier to enlarge the document.
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The city hopes to enlarge the park next year.
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