No. 7,800 in Spanish
major
The Spanish word "mayor" means "older" or "greater" in English.
In a sentence
Este problema es un asunto mayor que requiere atención inmediata.
This problem is a major matter that requires immediate attention.
In this sentence, 'mayor' is used as an adjective to emphasize the significance or importance of the matter.
El edificio más mayor de la ciudad fue construido hace cien años.
The largest building in the city was built a hundred years ago.
Here, 'más mayor' is used as a comparative to signify the oldest or largest building, though its use in formal Spanish might be replaced by 'más antiguo' or similar terms.
Mi hermano es mayor que yo.
My brother is older than me.
In this sentence, 'mayor' is used in a familial context to indicate age comparison.
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