grandeza
“grandeza” means “greatness” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
greatness
Also: nobility, magnanimity
📝 In Action
Su grandeza de espíritu inspiró a toda la nación.
B2His greatness of spirit inspired the whole nation.
Admiro la grandeza de sus ideas.
B1I admire the greatness of her ideas.
grandeur
Also: magnitude, majesty
📝 In Action
La grandeza de los Alpes es difícil de describir.
B2The grandeur of the Alps is difficult to describe.
Nadie comprendía la grandeza del problema.
C1Nobody understood the magnitude of the problem.
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Words that translate to "grandeza" in Spanish:
grandeur→greatness→magnanimity→magnitude→majesty→nobility→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: grandeza
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Which of these is the best context to use 'grandeza'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'grandis' (meaning large or great). The suffix '-eza' was added in Old Spanish to create an abstract quality from the adjective.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'grandeza' and 'tamaño'?
'Tamaño' is used for physical measurements (how tall, wide, or long something is). 'Grandeza' is used for the abstract quality of being great, noble, or majestic.
Is 'grandeza' always feminine?
Yes, nouns ending in '-eza' that describe a quality (like beauty, sadness, or greatness) are always feminine in Spanish: 'la grandeza'.