sensazionale
The English word "sensational" is translated into Italian as sensazionale.
sensazionale is used to describe something that is exceptionally great. However, it is also used in journalism to describe something that is "sensationalist," meaning it is designed to provoke shock and excitement (a concept known as sensazionalismo).
Meaning: exceptionally great (adj)
Which one should you use?
While sensazionale is used to express that something is exceptionally great, it also carries the connotation of being sensationalist or provocative in news reporting.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective sensazionale is invariable in gender, so it remains the same whether you are describing a masculine or feminine noun. To make the word plural, use sensazionali for both masculine and feminine nouns.
Did you know?
- While sensazionale is a common way to say 'amazing', Italians often prefer the word pazzesco, which literally translates to 'insane'.
- The noun sensazione is the root of sensazionale and carries a double meaning in Italian. It can describe a physical 'sensation' on your skin, but it is also a common way to refer to a public scandal or a 'buzz' surrounding a person.
- In the context of Italian news, the term sensazionalismo is used specifically to critique 'yellow journalism' or modern clickbait.
Examples in context
- Il cibo è sensazionale in quel nuovo ristorante.The food is sensational at that new restaurant.This sentence shows how to describe food as sensazionale.Tatoeba #2491142 by Guybrush88, translation #68193 by sundown
- È stata una vittoria sensazionale, ma per essere incoronati campioni, la squadra deve ancora sconfiggere alcuni avversari davvero difficili.It was a sensational victory, but in order to be crowned champions, the team still has to defeat some really tough opponents.This sentence uses sensazionale to describe a victory.Tatoeba #10712136 by carlosalberto, translation #10712065 by DJ_Saidez
- In una delle partite più famose della storia degli scacchi, Robert James Fischer sconfisse Mark Taimanov con il sensazionale punteggio di 6-0 a Vancouver (1971).In one of the most famous matches in chess history, Robert James Fischer defeated Mark Taimanov by the sensational score of 6-0 in Vancouver (1971).This sentence uses sensazionale to describe a score.Tatoeba #10113027 by carlosalberto, translation #10112938 by carlosalberto
- Il tuo lavoro è semplicemente stupefacente!Your work is simply sensational!
- Ho mangiato una cena eccezionale al ristorante ieri sera!I had a sensational dinner at the restaurant last night!
- La tua performance ieri sera è stata favolosa!Your performance last night was sensational!
- Quella partita di calcio è stata strepitosa!That soccer game was sensational!
Example conversation
Matteo and Giulia are discussing a concert they recently attended.
- MatteoIl concerto di ieri è stato sensazionale!The concert yesterday was sensational!
- GiuliaSì, la voce della cantante era incredibile.Yes, the singer's voice was incredible.
- MatteoHai visto quanto era emozionato il pubblico?Did you see how excited the audience was?
- GiuliaSì, è stata un'esperienza davvero unica.Yes, it was a truly unique experience.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
