elitista
The English phrase 'elitist' is translated into Italian as elitista.
The term is used to describe something or someone relating to elitism.
Meaning: of or relating to elitism (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The form elitista is used for both masculine and feminine singular nouns and adjectives. The masculine plural form of the adjective or noun is elitisti.
Did you know?
- Unlike in English where 'elitist' is almost always negative, an Italian might use una scelta elitista to describe a refined or high-quality choice in art or wine without intending to offend.
- In Italian, elitista can be used as a biting insult in political debates, but it also appears in high-fashion contexts to describe a 'curated' or 'exclusive' aesthetic without necessarily being negative.
- In certain high-society contexts in Italy, the term can be used with irony to mock those who try too hard to appear exclusive.
Examples in context
- Tom è un elitista.Tom is an elitist.This sentence is useful for seeing how to use elitista as a noun.Tatoeba #6998371 by Guybrush88, translation #1486077 by Spamster
- È una visione elitista del mondo.It is an elitist view of the world.
- Non amo il loro approccio elitista.I do not like their elitist approach.
Example conversation
Alessandro and Martina are discussing a private club's membership rules.
- AlessandroQuesto club è troppo elitista per me.This club is too elitist for me.
- MartinaSì, la loro mentalità è davvero elitista.Yes, their mentality is truly elitist.
- AlessandroVogliamo un ambiente più inclusivo.We want a more inclusive environment.
- MartinaHai ragione, Alessandro.You are right, Alessandro.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
