大は小を兼ねるという。
They say that the greater serves for the lesser.
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Example sentences
The responsibility is great.
彼は甘い物が大の好物だ。
He has a real sweet tooth.
世界は二大陣営に分かれて対立していた。
The world was divided into two major camps and was in conflict.
ゲルマン民族の大移動は、ヨーロッパの歴史を大きく変えた。
The migration of the Germanic tribes greatly changed the history of Europe.
4世紀、フン族がヨーロッパに侵攻したことでゲルマン民族の大移動が始まった。
In the 4th century, the invasion of Europe by the Huns triggered the Migration Period of the Germanic peoples.
Usage Notes
Describes size, scale, quantity, or degree. When read as 'dai', it often refers to a high degree or importance.
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