Exquisita (en. Exquisite)
/eksˈkwizita/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has exceptional taste or quality.
The dish was exquisite; all the guests were delighted.
El platillo estaba exquisito, todos los invitados quedaron encantados.
That is very refined or elegant.
The decoration of the house is exquisite; every detail has been thoughtfully designed.
La decoración de la casa es exquisita, cada detalle ha sido cuidadosamente pensado.
That evokes admiration for its beauty or perfection.
The painting is exquisite; it captured the light in an amazing way.
La pintura es exquisita, capturó la luz de una forma asombrosa.
Etymology
From Latin 'exquisitus', which means 'sought' or 'selected'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
an exquisite dish
A dish that has an exceptional flavor.
un plato exquisito
an exquisite work
A work that is remarkably beautiful and carefully crafted.
una obra exquisita
an exquisite deal
A deal that is very cordial and polite.
un trato exquisito
Related Words
exquisiteness
Quality of what is exquisite.
exquisitez
exquisitely
Exquisitely; with great refinement or flavor.
exquisitamente
Slang Meanings
Very good or pleasant.
That coffee is exquisite, I love it.
Ese café está exquisito, me encanta.
Impressive or incredible.
The show was exquisite; I had never seen anything like it.
El show fue exquisito, nunca había visto algo igual.