Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Big”
Something that takes up a lot of space or has great importance compared to other things
Word Family of Big
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The big house on the hill belongs to my uncle. A1
- Learning a new language is a big commitment. A1
- She had a big influence on the company's direction. A2
Word Form Patterns for Big
-ness
Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: big → bigness.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: big → bigly.
Origin and Word Formation of Big
Old Norse 'buggr' (important), Middle English 'big' (strong, powerful)
Common Word Form Mistakes with Big
Wrong: The problem is more bigger.
Correct: The problem is bigger.
Do not use 'more' with comparative '-er' form. Choose one: 'bigger' or 'more big'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Big
What are the word forms of “big”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “big”?
“big” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “big” come from?
Old Norse 'buggr' (important), Middle English 'big' (strong, powerful)