B1 Expression 正式

essere una persona squisita

to be a wonderful person

意思

To be very kind and pleasant.

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文化背景

In Italy, being a good host is a point of pride. Calling a host 'una persona squisita' is the highest compliment you can pay to their efforts. While used everywhere, in the South, this might be accompanied by more physical warmth (hugs), while in the North, it remains a mark of high-level formal politeness. This phrase is linked to 'garbo' (grace/politeness). It's not just about being nice, but about doing it with style. If someone gives you a thoughtful, well-chosen gift, calling them 'una persona squisita' acknowledges their effort in 'seeking out' the right thing for you.

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The Gender Trap

Always remember: 'Lui è UNA persona squisitA'. Never change it to 'un persono squisito'.

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Thank-you Notes

Use this in written thank-you notes to sound very educated and grateful.

意思

To be very kind and pleasant.

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The Gender Trap

Always remember: 'Lui è UNA persona squisitA'. Never change it to 'un persono squisito'.

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Thank-you Notes

Use this in written thank-you notes to sound very educated and grateful.

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Not for 'Hotness'

Don't use this to say someone is attractive. It's about their soul and manners, not their body.

自我测试

Choose the correct way to describe a very kind man named Roberto.

Roberto è...

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: una persona squisita

Even for a man, 'persona' is feminine, so the adjective must be 'squisita'.

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase.

I tuoi genitori ci hanno accolto benissimo; sono ________ ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: persone squisite

The plural of 'persona squisita' is 'persone squisite'.

Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase.

Which situation best fits 'una persona squisita'?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A host who makes you feel incredibly welcome and cared for.

The phrase emphasizes refined kindness and hospitality.

🎉 得分: /3

视觉学习工具

练习题库

3 练习
Choose the correct way to describe a very kind man named Roberto. Choose B1

Roberto è...

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: una persona squisita

Even for a man, 'persona' is feminine, so the adjective must be 'squisita'.

Complete the sentence with the correct form of the phrase. Fill Blank A2

I tuoi genitori ci hanno accolto benissimo; sono ________ ________.

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: persone squisite

The plural of 'persona squisita' is 'persone squisite'.

Match the situation to the most appropriate use of the phrase. situation_matching B1

Which situation best fits 'una persona squisita'?

✓ 正确! ✗ 不太对。 正确答案: A host who makes you feel incredibly welcome and cared for.

The phrase emphasizes refined kindness and hospitality.

🎉 得分: /3

常见问题

4 个问题

Yes, but it sounds very formal. For a child, 'un amore' or 'un angelo' is more common.

Absolutely. It is a very respectful and professional way to praise their character.

The plural is 'persone squisite'. Example: 'I tuoi amici sono persone squisite.'

'Gentile' is just 'kind'. 'Persona squisita' is 'exceptionally kind and refined'.

相关表达

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essere un pezzo di pane

similar

To be a very good, simple person.

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essere un tesoro

similar

To be a treasure/darling.

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essere un signore

specialized form

To be a true gentleman.

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essere alla mano

contrast

To be down-to-earth.

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