雄大(ゆうだい)

ゆうだい
na-adjective
grand; magnificent; imposing
descriptivegeography
1. grand; magnificent; imposing; majestic
Describes something impressively large in scale or scope, evoking a sense of awe. Typically used for natural landscapes, views, and large-scale phenomena.
雄大(ゆうだい)な景色(けしき)に感動(かんどう)した。
I was moved by the magnificent scenery.
山頂(さんちょう)から雄大(ゆうだい)な自然(しぜん)を眺(なが)めた。
I gazed at the grand natural landscape from the mountaintop.
北海道(ほっかいどう)の大地(だいち)は雄大(ゆうだい)で、訪(おとず)れるたびに心(こころ)が洗(あら)われる気(き)がする。
The land of Hokkaido is so grand that every time I visit, I feel my spirit refreshed.

Composed of 雄(ゆう) (male/heroic/grand) and 大(だい) (large), conveying a sense of masculine grandeur and impressive scale. Most naturally used to describe expansive natural scenery, landscapes, and large-scale natural phenomena.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 壮大(そうだい): grand, magnificent — very close in meaning but can apply more broadly to plans, projects, and abstract concepts, not just nature
  • 雄壮(ゆうそう): heroic and grand — often used for music, military parades, or brave actions; carries a stronger sense of power and vigor
  • 広大(こうだい): vast, extensive — emphasizes sheer size and area rather than the emotional impact of grandeur

Related Words

Synonym: 壮大(そうだい) (grand (broader usage))
Compare: 広大(こうだい) (vast, extensive)
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