der Koloss
Translation
colossus, giant
Examples
Der Koloss von Rhodos war ein Weltwunder.
The Colossus of Rhodes was a wonder of the world.
Das neue Gebäude ist ein Koloss aus Stahl.
The new building is a colossus of steel.
Grammar Patterns
a colossus of sth. ein Koloss aus et3 That is a colossus of stone.
Similar Words
Riese (giant), Gigant (giant)
Etymology
From Ancient Greek 'kolossós' (gigantic statue). It's an international word.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'Colossus of Rhodes'. The word itself sounds big and heavy. Remember it's a masculine noun: 'der Koloss'.