massiv
Translation
massive, solid, severe, heavy
Examples
Der Tisch ist aus massivem Holz.
The table is made of solid wood.
Es gab massive Proteste.
There were massive protests.
Er hat massive Probleme.
He has severe problems.
Grammar Patterns
((massiv)) + ((Noun)) massive/severe... He has massive problems.
aus massivem ((Noun)) made of solid... The table is made of solid wood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: huge, enormous, solid, severe; Antonyms: light, small, minor
Etymology
From French 'massif', from 'masse' (mass). It is a direct cognate with the English word 'massive'.
Memory Tips
This word is almost identical to its English counterpart 'massive' in both spelling and meaning, making it very easy to remember.