1.
large size, large format, oversized
Something that is larger than the standard size. Used for books, paper, towels, and other items that come in size variations.
大判のタオルを買った。
I bought an oversized towel.
この写真集は大判で迫力がある。
This photo book is large-format and impressive.
大判振る舞いでみんなにご馳走した。
He treated everyone generously.
2.
large oval gold coin (historical)
A large oval-shaped gold coin used in feudal Japan, particularly during the Edo period. Often associated with wealth and treasure.
江戸時代の大判小判が博物館に展示されている。
Large and small gold coins from the Edo period are displayed at the museum.
天正大判は日本最大の金貨として知られている。
The Tensho oban is known as the largest gold coin in Japan.
発掘調査で大判が数枚見つかり、大きなニュースになった。
Several large gold coins were found in an excavation, making big news.
USAGE:
Sense 1 (large size) is common in everyday shopping and product descriptions. The expression 大判振る舞い means "generosity" or "lavish treatment," originally referring to spending large gold coins freely.
Sense 2 (gold coin) refers to the historical currency. The pair 大判小判 (large and small gold coins) is well known from historical dramas and stories.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 大判サイズ: large/oversized format
- 大判振る舞い: generosity, lavish treatment
- 大判小判: large and small gold coins