de nota zece
top-notch, a perfect ten
Advanced Phrase
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Pronunciation
/de ˈno.ta ˈze.t͡ʃe/
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Cultural Note
In Romania, the grading system goes from 1 to 10, with 10 being perfect. 'De nota zece' literally means 'grade-ten worthy' and is an idiomatic way to say something is flawless. It's used colloquially to praise cooking, performances, appearances, and any achievement.
📝 Example Sentences
Cina a fost de nota zece!
The dinner was a perfect ten!
Ai gătit de nota zece, felicitări!
You cooked a perfect ten, congratulations!