Definitions
adj. Large in size, amount, or degree.
大的；大量的
adj. Important or likely to have a strong effect.
重要的；影响大的
Example
We need a big bag for all these towels.
我们需要一个大袋子来装所有这些毛巾。
Public transport can make a big difference to air quality in rapidly growing cities.
公共交通能显著改善快速发展城市的空气质量。
Collocations
- a big difference
- a big decision
- a big mistake
Word family
- bigger (adj.)
- biggest (adj.)
Synonyms
- large
Antonyms
- small
Usage tip
big较口语；正式写作可按语境用large或major。
FAQ
- What does big mean?
- Large in size, amount, or degree. Important or likely to have a strong effect.
- How is big pronounced?
- UK /bɪɡ/, US /bɪɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
