massiv
Translation
massive, solid, huge, substantial
Examples
Eine massive Tür schützt das Haus.
A massive door protects the house.
Die Probleme sind wirklich massiv.
The problems are truly massive.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) + ((Noun)) (attributive) modifies a noun A massive table is in the room.
((Noun)) + sein + ((Adjective)) (predicative) to be solid The table is massive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: solid, heavy, substantial; Antonyms: light, hollow
Etymology
From French 'massif', derived from Latin 'massa' (lump, mass).
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English word 'massive'. Imagine a massive rock or a massive building.