affascinante
fascinating; charming; captivating
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/affaʃʃiˈnante/
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Cultural Note
Being called 'affascinante' is a deep compliment in Italian, suggesting someone has an almost magnetic quality. Unlike 'bello/a' (beautiful), which focuses on appearance, 'affascinante' implies a captivating presence that goes beyond the physical. It is the ideal Italian romantic compliment.
📝 Example Sentences
Sei una donna affascinante.
You are a fascinating woman.
Il suo sorriso è affascinante.
His/Her smile is captivating.
Ho conosciuto un uomo affascinante ieri sera.
I met a charming man last night.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | affascinanti |
| masculine_plural | affascinanti |
| feminine_singular | affascinante |
| masculine_singular | affascinante |