Casualadjective
grande
great, legend, the best
Literal Translation
"big, great"
Formal Equivalent
eccellente, bravissimo/a
Examples in Context
"Grande! Ce l'hai fatta!"
"Legend! You did it!"
"Sei grande, non so cosa farei senza di te."
"You're the best, I don't know what I'd do without you."
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Cultural Note
Perhaps the most universal Italian compliment. Used across all age groups and regions. Can be shouted at a football match or said warmly to a friend. 'Sei un grande' (you're a great one) adds even more emphasis.
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