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B1 adjective 7 min de lecture

delizioso

Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces delizioso en 30 secondes

Explication delizioso in your Level:

At the A1 level, you learn the most basic adjectives to describe things you like. While 'buono' (good) is the first word you learn for food, 'delizioso' is a great 'bonus' word to have. It helps you sound more enthusiastic. At this level, focus on using it with 'è' (it is). For example, 'Il caffè è delizioso' (The coffee is delicious). You don't need to worry too much about complex grammar yet, just remember that if the thing you are eating ends in 'a' (like 'la pizza'), you should say 'deliziosa'. It's a simple way to give a big compliment when you are traveling in Italy and eating at a restaurant. You might also hear it when someone shows you a picture of a cute baby or a pretty flower. Just remember: 'o' for masculine, 'a' for feminine.

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At the A2 level, you start to expand your descriptions. You can now use 'delizioso' to describe not just food, but also people and places. You should be comfortable with the plural forms: 'deliziosi' (masculine plural) and 'deliziose' (feminine plural). For example, 'I biscotti sono deliziosi' (The cookies are delicious). You can also use it to describe a nice day or a pleasant experience, like 'una deliziosa vacanza' (a delightful holiday). At this stage, you should start noticing that 'delizioso' is more intense than 'buono'. It shows that you really enjoyed something. You can also start using it with 'molto' (very), although 'delizioso' is already quite strong on its own.

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At the B1 level, you are becoming more nuanced in your expression. You understand that 'delizioso' is not just about taste, but about a general sense of charm and refinement. You can use it to describe a person's character—someone who is polite, sweet, and pleasant to be around. You should also be aware of the word order. While 'un dolce delizioso' is standard, 'un delizioso dolce' sounds a bit more sophisticated and emphasizes your personal delight. You can also use the superlative form 'deliziosissimo' to express that something is absolutely wonderful. You are now able to use it in more complex sentences with conjunctions, such as 'Il pranzo era delizioso, anche se il servizio era un po' lento' (The lunch was delicious, even though the service was a bit slow).

At the B2 level, you can use 'delizioso' with precision in various contexts, including literature and formal writing. You understand the subtle difference between 'delizioso' and its synonyms like 'squisito' or 'gustoso'. You can use it to describe abstract concepts, like 'una deliziosa ironia' (a delightful irony) or 'un delizioso contrasto' (a delightful contrast). Your ability to use the word in the correct register is key. You might use it in a review of a boutique hotel or a critique of a new play. You also understand how the word can be used ironically or sarcastically in certain contexts, though this is less common. You are comfortable using it in the passive voice or with different tenses, like 'Spero che il pasto sia delizioso' (I hope the meal is delicious).

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At the C1 level, you have a deep appreciation for the aesthetic and sensory weight of 'delizioso'. You can use it to describe the fine details of art, music, and architecture. You might discuss a 'delizioso equilibrio tra forma e colore' (a delightful balance between form and color). You are aware of the word's etymology from the Latin 'deliciae' and how this history influences its modern usage as something that provides 'delight'. You can use the word to create atmosphere in your writing, choosing it over more common adjectives to evoke a specific sense of refined pleasure. You can also distinguish between the literal and figurative uses with ease, and you know how to use it to describe complex social interactions with elegance.

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At the C2 level, you use 'delizioso' with the mastery of a native speaker. You can employ it in high-level literary analysis or in sophisticated culinary criticism. You understand its place within the broader spectrum of Italian adjectives of quality and can use it to create rhythmic and stylistic effects in your speech or writing. You are familiar with its use in historical texts and how its meaning has remained remarkably stable yet versatile over centuries. You can use it to capture the 'zeitgeist' of a pleasant moment or a refined cultural artifact. Your usage is flawless, including the most subtle agreements and placements that add a layer of 'italianità' (Italian-ness) to your expression.

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delizioso en 30 secondes

Delizioso means 'delicious' for food and 'delightful' or 'charming' for people, places, and experiences.
It must agree in gender and number with the noun: delizioso, deliziosa, deliziosi, deliziose.
It is a stronger and more refined compliment than the basic word 'buono' (good).
It is commonly used at the dinner table or to describe polite children and charming boutique hotels.

The Italian adjective delizioso is a versatile and high-frequency word that primary translates to 'delicious' in the context of food, but it extends far beyond the palate to describe anything that provides intense pleasure or charm. In the Italian linguistic mindset, something that is delizioso touches the senses in a way that is refined, elegant, and deeply satisfying. When you use this word, you are not just saying something is 'good' (buono); you are elevating it to a level of excellence that suggests a certain delicacy or exquisite quality.

Sensory Application: It is most commonly used to describe food that is exceptionally tasty, often implying a sophisticated flavor profile rather than just simple satiety.
Social and Aesthetic Application: It is frequently applied to people (especially children or polite individuals), small objects, rooms, or experiences to mean 'charming,' 'lovely,' or 'delightful.'

Questo risotto ai funghi porcini è assolutamente delizioso.

In the context of Italian culture, where food and aesthetics are paramount, delizioso serves as a go-to compliment. However, one must be careful with its gender and number: it must agree with the noun it modifies. For example, a cake is una torta deliziosa (feminine singular), while cookies are biscotti deliziosi (masculine plural).

Abbiamo passato una serata deliziosa in vostra compagnia.

Beyond food, if you describe a person as delizioso, you are commenting on their manners and pleasant nature. It is a very polite and warm adjective.

I tuoi figli sono deliziosi, così educati!

It is also used in architecture and interior design. A small, well-decorated apartment might be called un delizioso appartamentino. This implies that the space is not just nice, but has a specific charm and character that makes it pleasant to be in.

Register: The word is neutral to formal. It is perfectly acceptable in casual conversation but also fits well in a formal review or a literary description.

Il profumo dei fiori in giardino è delizioso.

Che deliziosa sorpresa vederti qui!

Using delizioso correctly requires an understanding of Italian adjective agreement and placement. Like most adjectives ending in '-o', it has four forms: delizioso (masculine singular), deliziosa (feminine singular), deliziosi (masculine plural), and deliziose (feminine plural).

Agreement with Food: When describing a meal, ensure you match the gender of the dish. 'Il vino è delizioso' but 'La zuppa è deliziosa'.
Placement for Emphasis: Placing it after the noun is standard ('Un dolce delizioso'). Placing it before the noun adds a poetic or more emphatic tone ('Un delizioso dolce').

Le fragole con la panna sono deliziose.

In Italian, adjectives that express a subjective quality or a strong emotion can often precede the noun to emphasize the speaker's feeling. If you say 'un delizioso profumo', you are emphasizing the pleasure you feel from the scent immediately. If you say 'un profumo delizioso', you are more objectively describing the scent.

Abbiamo alloggiato in un delizioso albergo sul mare.

It is also common to use the absolute superlative form: deliziosissimo. This is used when something is beyond just delicious—it is 'most delicious' or 'extremely delightful'.

Questo gelato è deliziosissimo!

Comparison: 'Più delizioso di...' (More delicious than...) or 'Il più delizioso di tutti' (The most delicious of all).

Questa torta è più deliziosa di quella che abbiamo mangiato ieri.

Che deliziosi cioccolatini!

You will encounter delizioso in a variety of settings across Italy, from the rustic trattorias of Tuscany to the elegant salons of Milan. It is a staple of the Italian social vocabulary.

At the Dinner Table: This is the most common place. Whether a guest at a home or a patron in a restaurant, 'È delizioso' is the ultimate compliment to the chef.
In Hospitality: When arriving at a charming bed and breakfast or a boutique hotel, guests often remark on the 'deliziosa camera' (delightful room).

Cameriere, questo primo piatto è veramente delizioso.

You will also hear it in the context of social interactions. Italians place a high value on 'bella figura' (making a good impression) and politeness. Describing a host's hospitality as deliziosa is a standard way to show gratitude.

Grazie per l'ospitalità deliziosa.

In literature and film, delizioso is used to set a mood of comfort and beauty. A scene might describe a 'delizioso pomeriggio di sole' (a delightful sunny afternoon). It evokes a sense of peace and sensory pleasure.

Abbiamo visto un delizioso borgo medievale durante il viaggio.

In Fashion and Design: A small accessory, like a silk scarf or a piece of jewelry, can be described as 'delizioso' to emphasize its intricate beauty and charm.

Che delizioso braccialetto ti ha regalato Marco!

Il tuo bambino è proprio delizioso.

One of the most common mistakes for English speakers is over-using delizioso for every single thing that is 'good'. While in English 'delicious' is almost exclusively for food, in Italian it is broader, but still specific in its nuance.

Overuse vs. 'Buono': Don't use 'delizioso' for a simple pizza or a quick snack. Use 'buono' for everyday goodness. 'Delizioso' implies a level of refinement or special quality.
Gender Agreement Errors: English speakers often forget to change the ending. A common error is saying 'La pasta è delizioso' instead of 'La pasta è deliziosa'.

Errore: La torta è delizioso. Corretto: La torta è deliziosa.

Another mistake is using it to describe a person's physical attractiveness in a romantic sense. If you call a woman 'deliziosa' in a romantic context, it might sound a bit patronizing, like you are calling her 'cute' or 'sweet' rather than 'beautiful' or 'stunning'. Use bellissima or affascinante for romantic interest.

Attenzione: Dire 'Sei deliziosa' a una donna può suonare come un complimento per il suo carattere, non necessariamente per la sua bellezza.

Learners also sometimes confuse it with 'divertente' (fun). A party can be 'deliziosa' if it is pleasant and charming, but if it was a wild, fun party, use 'divertente'.

La festa è stata deliziosa (implies a calm, pleasant gathering).

Pronunciation: Be careful with the 'z'. It is a voiced 'z' sound (like 'ds' in 'beds'), not a soft 's'.

Pronuncia: de-li-TSYO-so.

Ho mangiato un panino delizioso.

To truly sound like a native, you should vary your vocabulary. While delizioso is great, Italian offers many nuanced alternatives depending on the context.

Squisito: Used for food that is 'exquisite' or 'superb'. It is slightly more formal than 'delizioso' and suggests a high level of culinary skill.
Gustoso / Saporito: These focus on the 'taste' (gusto) or 'flavor' (sapore). A steak might be 'saporito' (savory/flavorful) rather than 'delizioso'.

Questo arrosto è molto saporito.

For non-food contexts, consider these:

Incantevole: 'Enchanting'. Use this for views, landscapes, or a particularly beautiful person. It carries more 'magic' than 'delizioso'.
Amabile: 'Lovable' or 'amiable'. Use this for people who are kind and easy to like. It is more about character than charm.

La vista dal balcone è incantevole.

Il servizio in questo ristorante è eccellente.

Ottimo: 'Great' or 'Excellent'. It is a very common, slightly more objective adjective than 'delizioso'.

Abbiamo fatto un ottimo lavoro insieme.

Questo vino bianco è delizioso e fresco.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The word is a 'cognate' with the English 'delicious', but in Italian, it retained a much stronger connection to general 'charm' and 'pleasantness' than the English version, which became focused almost exclusively on food.

Guide de prononciation

UK /de.li.ˈtsjo.zo/

US /de.li.ˈtsjo.zo/

On the third syllable: de-li-TSYO-so.

Rime avec

ozioso curioso prezioso noioso furioso gioioso famoso silenzioso

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'z' as a soft 's'.
Missing the 'i' sound before the 'o'.
Over-emphasizing the 'o' at the end like an English 'oh'.
Stress on the wrong syllable (e.g., de-LI-zioso).
Pronouncing the 'd' too softly.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 2/5

Easy to recognize due to the English cognate 'delicious'.

Écriture 3/5

Requires attention to gender/number agreement and the 'z' spelling.

Expression orale 3/5

The 'tsyo' sound can be tricky for English speakers.

Écoute 2/5

Usually clearly articulated and easy to hear.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

buono bello mangiare persona casa

Apprends ensuite

squisito prelibato incantevole ammirare assaggiare

Avancé

prelibatezza deliziarsi inebriante appetitoso succulento

Grammaire à connaître

Adjective Agreement

Il dolce è delizioso / La torta è deliziosa.

Adjective Placement

Un delizioso profumo (emphasis) / Un profumo delizioso (standard).

Absolute Superlative

Delizioso -> Deliziosissimo.

Adverb Formation

Delizioso -> Deliziosamente.

Exclamatory 'Che'

Che delizioso bambino!

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Exemples par niveau

Il gelato è delizioso.

The ice cream is delicious.

Masculine singular agreement.

Questa mela è deliziosa.

This apple is delicious.

Feminine singular agreement.

Il caffè è delizioso.

The coffee is delicious.

Subject + verb + adjective.

Che delizioso dolce!

What a delicious dessert!

Exclamatory phrase with 'Che'.

Il pane è delizioso.

The bread is delicious.

Simple sentence structure.

Questa zuppa è deliziosa.

This soup is delicious.

Feminine singular agreement.

Il succo è delizioso.

The juice is delicious.

Adjective following the noun.

Un delizioso panino.

A delicious sandwich.

Indefinite article + adjective + noun.

I biscotti sono deliziosi.

The cookies are delicious.

Masculine plural agreement.

Le torte sono deliziose.

The cakes are delicious.

Feminine plural agreement.

Hai un delizioso giardino.

You have a delightful garden.

Describing a place.

È stata una deliziosa giornata.

It was a delightful day.

Describing an experience.

I tuoi bambini sono deliziosi.

Your children are delightful.

Describing people.

Abbiamo mangiato piatti deliziosi.

We ate delicious dishes.

Plural noun and adjective.

Che deliziose fragole!

What delicious strawberries!

Exclamatory plural.

Il profumo è delizioso.

The scent is delicious.

Describing a smell.

Questo piccolo albergo è delizioso.

This small hotel is delightful.

Describing charm/atmosphere.

La signora Maria è una persona deliziosa.

Mrs. Maria is a delightful person.

Describing character.

Il vino che abbiamo bevuto era delizioso.

The wine we drank was delicious.

Relative clause + adjective.

Sento un delizioso profumino dalla cucina.

I smell a delightful little scent from the kitchen.

Diminutive 'profumino' + adjective.

È un delizioso modo di passare il tempo.

It's a delightful way to spend time.

Describing an activity.

Il suo accento è veramente delizioso.

Her accent is truly delightful.

Using 'veramente' for emphasis.

Ho ricevuto un delizioso regalo ieri.

I received a delightful gift yesterday.

Past tense + adjective.

Le tue parole sono deliziose.

Your words are delightful.

Metaphorical use.

L'arredamento di questa casa è delizioso.

The decor of this house is delightful.

Describing aesthetics.

Abbiamo trascorso un delizioso pomeriggio al museo.

We spent a delightful afternoon at the museum.

Preceding adjective for emphasis.

Il contrasto tra i sapori è delizioso.

The contrast between the flavors is delicious.

Describing culinary complexity.

È delizioso vedere come si prendono cura di lui.

It is delightful to see how they take care of him.

Impersonal 'È delizioso' + infinitive.

Il borgo era pieno di deliziosi vicoletti.

The village was full of delightful little alleys.

Describing architecture.

Trovo delizioso il tuo senso dell'umorismo.

I find your sense of humor delightful.

Verb 'trovare' + object + adjective.

Una deliziosa brezza marina rinfrescava l'aria.

A delightful sea breeze was cooling the air.

Describing weather/nature.

Il libro offre una deliziosa panoramica della storia locale.

The book offers a delightful overview of local history.

Abstract description.

L'opera è un delizioso esempio di stile barocco.

The work is a delightful example of Baroque style.

Artistic critique.

Squisito e delizioso sono termini spesso confusi.

Exquisite and delicious are terms often confused.

Linguistic analysis.

C'è una deliziosa sottigliezza nel suo modo di scrivere.

There is a delightful subtlety in his way of writing.

Literary analysis.

Il giardino è stato progettato con un gusto delizioso.

The garden was designed with delightful taste.

Describing design philosophy.

È delizioso notare le sfumature di questo vino invecchiato.

It is delightful to notice the nuances of this aged wine.

Sophisticated sensory description.

La commedia è una deliziosa satira della società moderna.

The comedy is a delightful satire of modern society.

Genre description.

La sua ospitalità, sempre deliziosa, ci ha fatto sentire a casa.

Her hospitality, always delightful, made us feel at home.

Parenthetical adjective use.

Un delizioso equilibrio tra acidità e dolcezza.

A delightful balance between acidity and sweetness.

Technical culinary description.

La prosa dell'autore è intessuta di deliziosi arcaismi.

The author's prose is woven with delightful archaisms.

High-level literary critique.

Raffinato e delizioso, il banchetto ha stupito gli ospiti.

Refined and delightful, the banquet amazed the guests.

Adjectives used as an appositive.

Una deliziosa quanto inaspettata svolta negli eventi.

A delightful as well as unexpected turn in events.

Comparative structure 'quanto'.

L'etimologia di 'delizioso' risiede nel piacere dei sensi.

The etymology of 'delizioso' lies in the pleasure of the senses.

Philological discussion.

Il dipinto emana una deliziosa aura di malinconia.

The painting emanates a delightful aura of melancholy.

Describing complex emotions in art.

La deliziosa ironia della sorte non passò inosservata.

The delightful irony of fate did not go unnoticed.

Abstract philosophical usage.

Ogni boccone era un delizioso richiamo alla tradizione culinaria.

Every bite was a delightful reminder of culinary tradition.

Metaphorical culinary praise.

Un delizioso connubio di musica e poesia.

A delightful marriage of music and poetry.

Describing the union of art forms.

Collocations courantes

Pranzo delizioso

Profumo delizioso

Persona deliziosa

Bambino delizioso

Dolce delizioso

Posto delizioso

Serata deliziosa

Vino delizioso

Sorpresa deliziosa

Accoglienza deliziosa

Phrases Courantes

È delizioso!

— It is delicious! (Standard exclamation for food).

Assaggia questo: è delizioso!

Davvero delizioso

— Truly delicious/delightful.

Il concerto è stato davvero delizioso.

Un boccone delizioso

— A delicious morsel or bite.

Ho mangiato solo un boccone delizioso.

Sapore delizioso

— Delicious flavor.

Questa frutta ha un sapore delizioso.

Aspetto delizioso

— Delicious or delightful appearance.

Quella torta ha un aspetto delizioso.

In modo delizioso

— In a delightful way (adverbial use).

Hanno decorato la sala in modo delizioso.

Tutto delizioso

— Everything is delicious/delightful.

Grazie, era tutto delizioso.

Delizioso a vedersi

— Delightful to look at.

Il giardino è delizioso a vedersi.

Qualcosa di delizioso

— Something delicious.

Cuciniamo qualcosa di delizioso stasera?

Rendere delizioso

— To make something delightful.

I fiori rendono il balcone delizioso.

Souvent confondu avec

delizioso vs Squisito

Squisito is even stronger and more formal than delizioso.

delizioso vs Buono

Buono is basic 'good'; delizioso is 'delicious/delightful'.

delizioso vs Divertente

Divertente means 'fun'; delizioso means 'pleasant/charming'.

Expressions idiomatiques

"Essere un amore delizioso"

— To be a complete sweetheart (usually for children).

Quel bambino è un amore delizioso.

Informal

"Una deliziosa personcina"

— A delightful little person (often used for polite children or small adults).

Sua figlia è una deliziosa personcina.

Neutral

"Fare un pasto delizioso"

— To have a wonderful meal.

Abbiamo fatto un pasto delizioso in riva al mare.

Neutral

"Un delizioso quadretto"

— A delightful scene or picture (figuratively).

La famiglia al parco era un delizioso quadretto.

Neutral

"Mettere in delizia"

— To cause great pleasure (archaic/literary).

La sua voce mette in delizia l'anima.

Literary

"Delizioso da morire"

— To die for (extremely delicious).

Questo cioccolato è delizioso da morire.

Slang/Informal

"Un delizioso diversivo"

— A delightful distraction.

Il film è stato un delizioso diversivo.

Neutral

"In un delizioso isolamento"

— In a delightful isolation (peaceful solitude).

Vive in un delizioso isolamento in montagna.

Literary

"Un delizioso controsenso"

— A delightful contradiction.

Il suo comportamento è un delizioso controsenso.

Sophisticated

"Delizioso come pochi"

— Delightful like few others (unique).

È un uomo delizioso come pochi.

Neutral

Facile à confondre

delizioso vs Saporito

Both describe taste.

Saporito means flavorful or savory, often implying salt or spice. Delizioso is a more general term for 'delicious' and 'sweet'.

Questa carne è molto saporita.

delizioso vs Gustoso

Both describe taste.

Gustoso focuses on the 'pleasure of the taste buds'. Delizioso can also describe people and places.

Un primo piatto gustoso.

delizioso vs Bello

Both can describe appearance.

Bello means beautiful. Delizioso means charming or delightful. A mountain is 'bella', but a small cottage is 'delizioso'.

Un bel panorama.

delizioso vs Caro

Both can be used for people.

Caro means 'dear' or 'expensive'. Delizioso means 'charming'.

Mio caro amico.

delizioso vs Dolce

Both are positive.

Dolce means sweet (taste) or gentle (personality). Delizioso is a broader compliment for excellence.

Un vino dolce.

Structures de phrases

Il/La [noun] è delizioso/a.

Il pane è delizioso.

I/Le [noun] sono deliziosi/e.

I biscotti sono deliziosi.

Che [adjective] [noun]!

Che deliziosa sorpresa!

Un/una [noun] veramente delizioso/a.

Una cena veramente deliziosa.

Trovare [noun] delizioso/a.

Trovo questo posto delizioso.

Rendere [noun] delizioso/a.

I fiori rendono la stanza deliziosa.

[Noun] + [verb] + in modo delizioso.

Hanno cantato in modo delizioso.

Un delizioso connubio di [noun] e [noun].

Un delizioso connubio di sapori.

Famille de mots

Noms

delizia (delight)

deliziamento (the act of delighting)

Verbes

deliziare (to delight/please)

deliziarsi (to take delight in)

Adjectifs

delizioso (delicious/delightful)

deliziabile (capable of being delighted)

Apparenté

delicatezza

delicato

diletto

dilettevole

deliziando

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Very high in culinary and social contexts.

Erreurs courantes

La pasta è delizioso. → La pasta è deliziosa.
The adjective must agree with the feminine noun 'pasta'.
Un delizioso film di azione. → Un film di azione avvincente.
'Delizioso' means charming/delightful, which doesn't fit a high-action movie.
Ho mangiato un delizioso pizza. → Ho mangiato una deliziosa pizza.
Incorrect gender and article usage.
Lui è un uomo delizioso (meaning he is handsome). → Lui è un uomo affascinante.
'Delizioso' for a man means he is sweet or polite, not necessarily physically attractive.
Il caffè era delizoso. → Il caffè era delizioso.
Spelling mistake: forgetting the 'i' before the 'o'.

Astuces

Agreement is Key

Always check the noun you are describing. Masculine: o/i. Feminine: a/e. This is the most common mistake for learners.

Complimenting the Host

When invited to someone's home, saying 'Il pranzo è delizioso' is the perfect way to show your appreciation for their hospitality.

Beyond Food

Try using 'delizioso' to describe a small shop (un delizioso negozio) or a kind gesture (un gesto delizioso) to sound more like a native.

The Voiced Z

Practice the 'z' sound. It is not a hiss. It is more like the 'ds' in 'roads'. This makes a big difference in how native you sound.

Word Order

Put 'delizioso' before the noun (un delizioso dolce) to sound more emotional or poetic. Put it after (un dolce delizioso) for a standard description.

Restaurant Etiquette

If the waiter asks 'Com'è il piatto?' (How is the dish?), 'È delizioso!' is a stronger and better answer than just 'È buono'.

The Italian Charm

Understand that 'delizioso' is part of the 'bella figura' culture—using positive, refined words to describe your surroundings.

Delicious Cognate

Link it to 'delicious' but remember the 'delightful' side too. It's a two-in-one word for English speakers.

Review Writing

If you write a review on TripAdvisor in Italian, 'delizioso' is a high-value word that helps your review sound authentic.

Exclamations

Use 'Che delizia!' (What a delight!) alongside 'delizioso' to vary your expressions of pleasure.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of a 'DELI' that is so 'ZIOSO' (zealous) about its food that everything is 'DELIZIOSO'.

Association visuelle

Imagine a chef kissing his fingers (the 'chef's kiss' gesture) while looking at a beautiful cake.

Word Web

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Défi

Try to use 'delizioso' three times today: once for something you eat, once for a person you talk to, and once for a place you see.

Origine du mot

From the Latin 'deliciosus', which stems from 'deliciae' (delight, pleasure, luxury).

Sens originel : Full of delights or luxuries.

Romance (Italic)

Contexte culturel

Generally a very safe and positive word. No major sensitivities, but avoid using it for people in strictly professional or romantic contexts where more specific adjectives might be better.

English speakers often use 'delicious' only for food. In Italian, using 'delizioso' for a person or a room is perfectly normal and very common.

Italian cooking shows often use 'piatto delizioso'. Classical Italian poetry often uses 'delizie' to describe paradise. Italian tourism slogans frequently use 'deliziosa' to describe coastal towns.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

In a Restaurant

È delizioso!
Complimenti, è delizioso.
C'è qualcosa di delizioso?
Un vino delizioso.

Meeting People

Una persona deliziosa.
I tuoi figli sono deliziosi.
Che deliziosa compagnia!
Sei stata deliziosa.

Describing a Home

Una casa deliziosa.
Un delizioso arredamento.
Che delizioso balconcino!
Un salotto delizioso.

Travel and Leisure

Un borgo delizioso.
Una vacanza deliziosa.
Un delizioso pomeriggio.
Un panorama delizioso.

Gifts and Shopping

Un delizioso regalo.
Che delizioso vestito!
Un oggetto delizioso.
Un delizioso profumo.

Amorces de conversation

"Hai mai mangiato qualcosa di veramente delizioso in questo ristorante?"

"Che deliziosa giornata oggi, non trovi?"

"Conosci un posto delizioso dove possiamo andare a bere un caffè?"

"Tua sorella è una persona deliziosa, da quanto tempo non la vedi?"

"Hai sentito questo profumo delizioso che viene dal forno?"

Sujets d'écriture

Descrivi il pasto più delizioso che hai mai mangiato in Italia.

Chi è la persona più deliziosa che conosci e perché?

Descrivi un luogo delizioso dove ti piacerebbe vivere.

Qual è stato l'ultimo regalo delizioso che hai ricevuto?

Scrivi di una serata deliziosa passata con i tuoi amici.

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

Yes, but it implies he is charming, polite, or 'sweet' in character. It does not mean he is physically 'hot' or 'handsome' in a masculine way. Use 'affascinante' or 'bello' for physical attraction.

Yes, 'delizioso' is much stronger. If you say a meal is 'buono', it's like saying it's 'good'. If you say 'delizioso', you are saying it's 'delicious' and highly enjoyable.

Absolutely. You can describe a melody or a performance as 'delizioso' if it is pleasant, charming, and refined.

The feminine plural is 'deliziose'. For example, 'Le torte sono deliziose'.

You can say 'molto delizioso' or use the absolute superlative 'deliziosissimo'.

Yes, 'un profumo delizioso' is a very common phrase in Italian to describe a wonderful scent.

It might be a bit too informal or personal unless you are thanking someone for a lunch or a pleasant meeting. In that case, it is fine.

No. While it often refers to taste, it also means 'charming', 'lovely', or 'delightful' when describing people and things.

'Squisito' is slightly more formal and is the highest level of culinary praise. 'Delizioso' is more common in everyday speech.

Yes, if the movie was charming and pleasant. If it was a high-action thriller, 'delizioso' would not be the right word.

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