Usage Note
Largeur is used in both literal and figurative contexts. The phrase dans toute sa largeur means 'across its full width'. It contrasts with longueur (length) and hauteur (height), forming the trio of spatial dimensions. The adjective large means 'wide', not 'large' — a classic false friend for English speakers.
Examples
"La largeur de la pièce est de quatre mètres."
Natural Translation
The width of the room is four metres.
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