big man

language: id

definitions

  1. A man of considerable physical size, height, or build.
    id: Pria bertubuh besar
  2. An important, powerful, or influential person; often used to denote someone with high social or professional standing.
    id: Orang penting
  3. In anthropology, a traditional leader in certain tribal societies, particularly in Melanesia, who gains political influence and status through personal achievements, wealth accumulation, and generous gift-giving rather than formal hereditary office.
    id: Pemimpin suku
  4. Used humorously or sarcastically to describe someone who acts self-important, domineering, or overly authoritative, often in a trivial context.
    id: Orang sok hebat

examples

  1. The big man easily reached the top shelf without needing a step stool.

    Pria besar itu dengan mudah menjangkau rak paling atas tanpa perlu tangga kecil.

  2. After his promotion, he started acting like a big man around the office.

    Setelah promosinya, dia mulai bertingkah seperti orang besar di kantor.

  3. Anthropologists study how the big man builds alliances by distributing livestock during ceremonial feasts.

    Antropolog mempelajari bagaimana "big man" membangun aliansi dengan membagikan ternak selama pesta adat.

  4. Don't act like such a big man just because you know how to change a tire.

    Jangan berlagak sok jagoan hanya karena kamu tahu cara mengganti ban.