معنی
To have an indefinable charm.
زمینه فرهنگی
In the world of Italian high fashion, 'un certo non so che' is often used to describe the 'effortless' look of models or designers. It's the opposite of looking like you tried too hard. Classic Italian directors like Fellini or Sorrentino often create characters who possess this quality—mysterious, magnetic, and deeply Italian. Italians use this phrase to praise a 'secret' family recipe. If a sauce is better than yours but you can't tell why, it has 'un certo non so che.' Using this phrase is a polite way to compliment someone's charm without being overly flirtatious or specific, making it safe for social gatherings.
Add an Adjective
To sound very native, add 'di' + adjective after the phrase. E.g., 'un certo non so che di *misterioso*'.
Don't say 'Non so cosa'
Even though 'cosa' means thing, 'non so cosa' is not the idiom. Stick to 'che'.
معنی
To have an indefinable charm.
Add an Adjective
To sound very native, add 'di' + adjective after the phrase. E.g., 'un certo non so che di *misterioso*'.
Don't say 'Non so cosa'
Even though 'cosa' means thing, 'non so cosa' is not the idiom. Stick to 'che'.
The 'Quel' Variation
Use 'quel non so che' when you want to sound more poetic or romantic.
خودت رو بسنج
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.
Quella ragazza non è bellissima, ma ha un ______ non so che.
The phrase is 'un certo non so che.' Even if referring to a girl (ragazza), the noun phrase 'non so che' is masculine.
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly to describe a 'vibe'?
Scegli la frase corretta:
Option B correctly uses the phrase to describe an indefinable atmospheric quality.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Ti piace il nuovo quadro di Maria? B: Sì, non saprei spiegare perché, ma ________________.
The verb 'avere' (ha) is required to use this expression correctly.
Match the adjective to the 'non so che' context.
Match: 1. Un vino... 2. Un vecchio libro... 3. Un attore...
These adjectives best fit the semantic fields of wine, books, and people.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاQuella ragazza non è bellissima, ma ha un ______ non so che.
The phrase is 'un certo non so che.' Even if referring to a girl (ragazza), the noun phrase 'non so che' is masculine.
Scegli la frase corretta:
Option B correctly uses the phrase to describe an indefinable atmospheric quality.
A: Ti piace il nuovo quadro di Maria? B: Sì, non saprei spiegare perché, ma ________________.
The verb 'avere' (ha) is required to use this expression correctly.
Match: 1. Un vino... 2. Un vecchio libro... 3. Un attore...
These adjectives best fit the semantic fields of wine, books, and people.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
8 سوالNo, it is three words, but it functions as a single noun in this expression.
Technically yes, but it sounds sarcastic. It's better to use 'un odore strano.'
It's neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.
No, you can just say 'ha un non so che,' but 'un certo' makes it sound more natural.
It doesn't really have a plural form. You would say 'Queste cose hanno un certo non so che.'
Yes! It's very common to describe a dish with a complex, delicious flavor.
Yes, exactly. It's the Italian way of saying someone has the X-factor.
It sounds a bit arrogant, but you can say it jokingly: 'Oggi ho un certo non so che!'
عبارات مرتبط
un certo quid
synonymA certain something (Latin 'quid')
avere fascino
similarTo have charm
avere stoffa
builds onTo have the right stuff / talent
essere un tipo
similarTo be a 'character' / unique
