grande
/ˈɡɹɑndeɪ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: grandes
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Of a cup of coffee: smaller than venti but larger than tall, usually 16 ounces (~ 455 ml).
AdjectiveRegister: US
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A grande cup of coffee.
NounRegister: US
Examples
As she went to work the only concern prominent in her mind was a strong desire for a couple of grandes from Starbucks.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “grande” mean?
Of a cup of coffee: smaller than venti but larger than tall, usually 16 ounces (~ 455 ml).
Is “grande” formal or informal?
grande is generally US.