der Gigant
Translation
giant, colossus, titan
Examples
Der Wolkenkratzer ist ein Gigant aus Stahl.
The skyscraper is a giant of steel.
Er ist ein Gigant auf seinem Fachgebiet.
He is a giant in his field of expertise.
Grammar Patterns
a giant ((of sth.)) a giant of something The skyscraper is a giant of steel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Riese (giant), Koloss (colossus)
Etymology
From Greek 'Gigas', one of a race of giants in Greek mythology.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'giant'. Think of a 'gigantic' object or person.