chimica
chemistry (romantic)
Beginner Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈki.mi.ka/
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Cultural Note
Like English, Italian uses 'chimica' (chemistry) metaphorically for romantic compatibility. Italians also say 'c'è feeling' (there's feeling), borrowing the English word. Italian dating culture places enormous importance on this intangible spark — no amount of corteggiamento can manufacture chimica.
📝 Example Sentences
C'è molta chimica tra noi due.
There's a lot of chemistry between us two.
Senza chimica non può funzionare.
Without chemistry, it can't work.
La chimica si sente dal primo momento.
The chemistry is felt from the first moment.