Groß
Groß is a German adjective meaning large or big in physical size and, more broadly, of great extent or degree. The standard spelling uses the eszett (ß) after a long vowel or diphthong; in Switzerland and Liechtenstein the corresponding spelling is gross with ss. The word is etymologically related to Proto-Germanic roots and cognate with the English word great, reflecting a common historical sense of magnitude.
In grammar, groß is declined like other mixed-geminates. For example: ein großes Haus (neuter singular), große
Beyond describing size, groß functions in idiomatic expressions and compound words that emphasize magnitude or importance.
Notes on usage: groß contrasts with klein (small). The ß spelling rule applies after long vowels or