How to Pronounce Large

To pronounce "large", say LARG-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɑːd͡ʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈlɑːd͡ʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “large”

"large" has 2 syllables: larg-e. It rhymes with charge and discharge, if that helps it stick.

What does large mean?

noun

An old musical note, equal to two longas, four breves, or eight semibreves.
Liberality, generosity.

adjective

Of considerable or relatively great size or extent.
“Russia is a large country. The fruit-fly has large eyes for its body size. He has a large collection of stamps.”
Abundant; ample.

adverb

Before the wind.

Synonyms

big enormous giant gigantic great huge largeish mickle

Antonyms

minuscule small tiny

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Words that rhyme with large

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

charge discharge barge enlarge targe supercharge surcharge turbocharge overcharge sparge marge countercharge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "large"?▾

"Large" has 2 syllables: larg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "large"?▾

The IPA transcription of "large" is /ˈlɑːd͡ʒ/.

What does "large" mean?▾

Large: An old musical note, equal to two longas, four breves, or eight semibreves.

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