antipatico
unpleasant, disagreeable, unlikeable
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/antiˈpaːtiko/
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Cultural Note
'Antipatico' is the opposite of 'simpatico' and is a fairly strong negative judgment in Italian social culture. Being labeled 'antipatico' suggests someone is cold, rude, or off-putting. The construction 'mi sta antipatico' (literally 'he stands unpleasant to me') is the standard way to express personal dislike for someone without making a universal judgment.
📝 Example Sentences
Il nuovo capo è davvero antipatico.
The new boss is really unpleasant.
Non voglio sembrare antipatica, ma devo dirti la verità.
I don't want to seem disagreeable, but I have to tell you the truth.
Mi sta antipatico quel ragazzo.
I find that guy unlikeable.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | antipatiche |
| masculine_plural | antipatici |
| feminine_singular | antipatica |
| masculine_singular | antipatico |