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tall in French

tall in French is grand, haut — tall means having greater than average height.

tall in French

grand
adj
(of a person) Having a vertical extent greater than the average. For example, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be considered to be tall.
haut
adj
(of a person) Having a vertical extent greater than the average. For example, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be considered to be tall.
haut
adj
(of a building, etc.) Having its top a long way up; having a great vertical (and often greater than horizontal) extent.
grand
adj
(of a building, etc.) Having its top a long way up; having a great vertical (and often greater than horizontal) extent.

What does "tall" mean?

  1. adj Having greater than average height.
    "Their new coach is remarkably tall for a gymnast."
  2. adj Hard to believe; exaggerated, as in a "tall tale" or "tall story."
    "He told a tall tale about catching a shark with his bare hands."

tall in a sentence

  • Their new coach is remarkably tall for a gymnast.
  • The tall building cast a long shadow over the street.
  • He told a tall tale about catching a shark with his bare hands.

Similar words in French

Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "tall" in French?

"tall" in French is grand, haut. tall means: Having greater than average height.

How do you use "tall" in a sentence?

Example: "Their new coach is remarkably tall for a gymnast." In French, "tall" is grand, haut.

Are there other ways to say "tall" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "tall": grand, haut.

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