stupendo
wonderful, stunning, magnificent
Beginner Adjective
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Pronunciation
/stuˈpɛndo/
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Cultural Note
'Stupendo' is one of those superlative compliments that Italians love to use with enthusiasm. It conveys awe and amazement — literally something so beautiful it 'stupefies.' It's stronger than 'bello' and on par with 'magnifico.' Italians use it liberally for people, experiences, views, and food, reflecting the culture's tendency toward expressive, enthusiastic praise.
📝 Example Sentences
Sei stupenda con quel vestito rosso!
You're stunning in that red dress!
Abbiamo passato una serata stupenda insieme.
We had a wonderful evening together.
La vista da qui è stupenda.
The view from here is magnificent.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| feminine_plural | stupende |
| masculine_plural | stupendi |
| feminine_singular | stupenda |
| masculine_singular | stupendo |