Danish · Adjectives

Stor

Big

Beginneradjective

Definition

Large in size or amount.

Example

København er en stor by.

Copenhagen is a big city.

Etymology

'Stor' derives from the Old Norse 'stór', which also means 'large' or 'big'. The term has retained its form and meaning throughout the evolution of the Scandinavian languages.

How & Where It’s Used

'Stor' is frequently used in both spoken and written Danish, suitable for both formal and informal use. It is recognized across all Danish dialects.

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