great
word
/ˈɡɹeɪt/
GRAYT
/ɡɹˈeɪt/
GRAYT
Definition
Very good in quality or ability, or impressive in size or importance.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. Often combined with nouns like 'idea', 'job', 'friend', or used to express enthusiasm ('That's great!'). Can describe size ('a great wall') or degree ('a great deal'). Do not confuse with 'good,' which is often less intense.
Spanish: genial - grandioso - excelentePortuguese (BR): ótimo - grande - excelentePortuguese (PT): ótimo - grande - excelenteChinese (Simplified): 伟大 - 极好 - 大的Chinese (Traditional): 偉大 - 極好 - 大的Hindi: महान - अच्छाArabic: رائع - عظيمBengali: দারুণ - মহান - অসাধারণRussian: отличный - великий - замечательныйJapanese: 素晴らしい - 偉大なVietnamese: tuyệt vời - vĩ đạiKorean: 훌륭한 - 위대한Turkish: harika - büyükUrdu: شاندار - عظیمIndonesian: hebat - besar
Example Sentences
We had a great time at the party.
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She did a great job on her homework.
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That is a great idea to help the environment.
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The Great Wall of China is a great example of ancient architecture.
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Tell me the great news you've got!
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That's a great call—you handled that perfectly.
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