How to Say “Large Numbers” in German

By Isaiah Patrick • Updated October 5, 2026

große Zahlen

The English phrase "large numbers" is translated into German as große Zahlen.

große Zahlen refers to quantities that are high in value.

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In German, the plural form Zahlen is used not only for numbers but also as a verb meaning 'to pay'.
The German verb zählen means both 'to count' and 'to matter'. For example, das zählt means 'that counts' or 'that is important'.
The noun Zahl is related to the English word 'tell', stemming from an ancient concept of recounting or reckoning.

Examples in context

zweiunddreißig
32
siebenundfünfzig
57
vierundachtzig
84
zweihundertneunundvierzig
249
fünfhundert
500
In der Statistik kommen oft große Zahlen vor.
Large numbers often occur in statistics.

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries zahlen, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Isaiah Patrick

Hallo! I am Isaiah, with a passion for bringing languages to life, especially German. From showing you the ins and outs of saying "Ballet" to the nitty-gritty of expressing "I am Late," my content is for everyone who has a thirst for German language trivia. When I'm not busy helping you get your German just right, I might be practicing a Ballet routine or enjoying a Picnic 'Al Fresco'. I enjoy the thrill of deciphering new phrases and meanings, unifying them into rich tapestries of linguistic understanding.

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