gigantisch
gigantic
Exceptionally large, huge, or immense in extent, size, or effect.
EXAMPLE
Vom Berggipfel aus hatten wir eine gigantische Aussicht.
From the mountain peak, we had a gigantic view.
gigantisch
gigantic
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Meanings
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Word family
The word 'gigantisch' (gigantic) is derived from the noun 'der Gigant' (the giant), which means 'Riese' (giant). So it describes something that has the size or power of a giant.
EXAMPLE
Der neue Wolkenkratzer ist einfach gigantisch.
The new skyscraper is simply gigantic.
Register and style
'Gigantisch' (gigantic) is a very expressive adjective. It is often used in spoken language or in texts to emotionally emphasize enormous size or impact.
EXAMPLE
Der Erfolg des Films war gigantisch.
The success of the film was gigantic.
Typical collocations
Common nouns described with 'gigantisch' (gigantic) are 'Aussicht' (view), 'Erfolg' (success), 'Bauwerk' (structure), or 'Summe' (sum).
EXAMPLE
Für den Bau der Brücke wurde eine gigantische Summe investiert.
A gigantic sum was invested in the construction of the bridge.
Compare with
gigantisch vs riesig
huge
Both words describe exceptional size or a very great extent. „Riesig“ is the more common and generally more neutral way to describe size in everyday language, while „gigantisch“ more often sounds deliberately dramatic or exaggerated. „Riesig“ fits a normal description, while „gigantisch“ is used for a particularly strong assessment.
gigantisch
Das neue Stadion ist gigantisch und bietet vielen Menschen Platz.
The new stadium is gigantic and can accommodate many people.
riesig
Das neue Stadion ist riesig und bietet vielen Menschen Platz.
The new stadium is huge and can accommodate many people.
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