French translation of gargantuan is 
gargantuesque

Meaning of "gargantuan" in English

The word "gargantuan" in English denotes something exceptionally large or immense in size, scale, or capacity. It often implies a magnitude that is beyond normal expectation, evoking images of objects or creatures that are vast and overwhelming. The term can be applied to both tangible and intangible things, such as a gargantuan appetite or a gargantuan effort. Its usage conjures a sense of grandeur and enormity, drawing from the legendary character Gargantua who was known for his immense stature and appetite.

Meaning of "gargantuesque" in French

In French, "gargantuesque" is used to describe something that is extraordinarily large or extravagant, much like its English counterpart. The term draws from the character Gargantua, created by French writer François Rabelais, who was known for his enormous size and voracious appetite. "Gargantuesque" can be used to describe both physical size and the scale of events or actions, suggesting an over-the-top or monumental quality. It's often employed in a figurative sense to convey opulence or excess.

Pronunciation of "gargantuan" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡɑːrˈɡæn.tʃu.ən/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "gargantuan" remains relatively consistent across different English-speaking regions. However, slight variations may occur in the enunciation of the vowel sounds, particularly between British and American English speakers. In general, the emphasis is placed on the second syllable, "gan."

Pronunciation of "gargantuesque" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡaʁ.ɡɑ̃.tɥɛsk/

Pronunciation Variations: The French pronunciation of "gargantuesque" typically remains consistent across different regions of France. However, some minor variations might occur in the articulation of the nasalized vowels or the liquidity of consonants, typically depending on local accents or dialects. The emphasis is generally placed towards the ending "-esque."

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The mansion they bought is absolutely gargantuan compared to their old house.
   (Le manoir qu'ils ont acheté est absolument gargantuesque comparé à leur ancienne maison.)

2. He prepared a gargantuan feast that could feed an entire village.
   (Il a préparé un festin gargantuesque qui pourrait nourrir tout un village.)

3. Their new dog has a gargantuan appetite; he never seems to get full.
   (Leur nouveau chien a un appétit gargantuesque; il ne semble jamais rassasié.)

4. The project required a gargantuan amount of resources and manpower.
   (Le projet nécessitait une quantité gargantuesque de ressources et de main-d'œuvre.)

5. They faced a gargantuan challenge but managed to overcome it successfully.
   (Ils ont affronté un défi gargantuesque mais ont réussi à le surmonter.)

6. Her gargantuan book collection took up an entire room.
   (Sa collection de livres gargantuesque occupait toute une pièce.)

7. The storm caused gargantuan waves that battered the coastline.
   (La tempête a provoqué des vagues gargantuesques qui ont frappé le littoral.)

8. The movie was a gargantuan success, breaking all box office records.
   (Le film a été un succès gargantuesque, battant tous les records au box-office.)

9. Climbing the mountain was a gargantuan achievement for the young hikers.
   (Gravir la montagne était un exploit gargantuesque pour les jeunes randonneurs.)

10. The team faced a gargantuan task but came out victorious.
    (L'équipe a fait face à une tâche gargantuesque mais en est sortie victorieuse.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gargantuan" in English

Synonyms: enormous, gigantic, immense, colossal, massive, titanic, mammoth, tremendous, monumental, prodigious.

Antonyms: tiny, small, miniature, diminutive, minuscule, petite, slight, insignificant, trivial, modest.

Similar Words: vast, huge, large, stupendous, elephantine, herculean, giant, king-sized, leviathan, jumbo.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "gargantuesque" in French

Synonyms: immense, colossal, gigantesque, énorme, titanesque, monumental, prodigieux, vaste, imposant, spectaculaire.

Antonyms: minuscule, petit, insignifiant, modeste, trivial, réduit, étroit, léger, humble, simple.

Similar Words: vaste, immense, grand, géant, énorme, étendu, colossal, prodigieux, incroyable, extraordinaire.

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