雄大

• Reading: ゆうだい
• Romaji: yuudai
• Kanji breakdown: 雄 (yuu) — male, heroic, grand; 大 (dai) — large, great
• Pronunciation: /jɯː.dai/

Meaning

Grand; magnificent; majestic. Impressively large and awe-inspiring in scale.

A na-adjective describing vast, awe-inspiring grandeur — typically of natural landscapes, architecture, or visions. 雄大な景色 (magnificent scenery), 雄大な計画 (grand plan). Implies masculine, powerful beauty rather than delicate elegance. Often used for mountains, oceans, plains, and other sweeping natural features.

Examples

1. 山頂から見た雄大な景色に言葉を失った。 I was left speechless by the magnificent view from the summit.
2. 北海道の雄大な自然に心が癒された。 The grand natural beauty of Hokkaido soothed my soul.
3. 彼は雄大な夢を語り、周囲を鼓舞した。 He spoke of a grand dream and inspired those around him.

Usage Guide

Context: nature, travel, literature

Tone: positive

Origin & History

From Sino-Japanese 雄 (yuu, male/heroic/grand) + 大 (dai, large/great). 雄 originally meant 'male bird' and came to represent strength and grandeur — combined with 大, it conveys imposing magnificence.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal