nounnounadjective
il simpatico
nice
Che piace subito e fa sentire bene gli altri con il suo modo di fare.
Definition & meaning
- Nice, friendly or likable: describes someone whose personality makes a good impression.
- Pleasant or appealing: describes something enjoyable or charming, such as an idea or place.
- Funny or amusing: can describe someone or something entertaining, though it does not necessarily mean “comical.”
Grammar & Word origin
An adjective with four forms: masculine singular simpatico, feminine singular simpatica , masculine plural simpatici , and feminine plural simpatiche .
It comes from simpatia , “liking” or “affinity,” ultimately from Greek words meaning “feeling together.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
- piacevole — pleasant; used for both people and things.
- cordiale — warm and courteous, emphasizing friendly behavior.
- divertente — entertaining or funny, emphasizing amusement.
Antonyms
- antipatico — unpleasant or unlikable; the most direct opposite.
- sgradevole — disagreeable or unpleasant, often more broadly.
Common phrases & collocations
- una persona simpatica — a nice or likable person.
- un’idea simpatica — a charming or fun idea.
- stare simpatico a qualcuno — to be liked by someone: Mi sta simpatico means “I like him” or “He seems nice to me.”
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Examples
Il mio vicino è molto simpatico.adjective
My neighbor is very nice.
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