gran

This is the 974th most frequent Italian word.


gran

An abbreviated form of "grande," meaning "great" or "big."


Used as an adjective meaning 'great' or 'big' before non-articulated nouns.

Ho avuto una gran fortuna oggi.

I had great luck today.


Indicates significance or importance when used before feminine singular nouns.

È una gran possibilità per crescere.

It's a great opportunity for growth.


Appears in a reinforcing way when used in conjunction with another adjective, often enhancing its intensity.

Quella è una gran bella idea.

That is a truly great idea.