Cool MateBeautiful vs It is exquisite
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Beautiful
Top 1,000 (very common)A1adjective
It is exquisite
FormalTop 3,000 (common)
Most formal: It is exquisiteMost common: Beautiful
| Beautiful | It is exquisite | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈbjuːtɪfl/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ɪkˈskwɪzɪt//🇺🇸 //ɪkˈskwɪzɪt// |
| Meaning | Very pretty or lovely. | It is very beautiful or well-made. |
| Example | The sunset was so beautiful that it took my breath away. | The dress she wore was exquisite, catching everyone's eye at the gala. |
| Register | Neutral | Formal |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Top 3,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | A1 | - |
| Part of speech | adjective | |
| Collocations | be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very | exquisite taste, exquisite beauty, exquisite detail, exquisite craftsmanship, exquisite experience |
| Antonyms | ugly, plain, unattractive | - |
| Common mistakes | Using 'beautifull' instead of 'beautiful'., Confusing 'beautiful' with 'beauty' as a noun., Overusing it in descriptions instead of varying vocabulary. | Confused with 'exquisite' vs 'excellent'., Overusing 'exquisite' in everyday situations., Not using it to describe sensory experiences. |
| Usage notes | Used to describe people, places, or things that are pleasing to the eye. Avoid using in overly formal texts; instead use synonyms like 'attractive' in such contexts. | Use 'exquisite' in formal contexts to describe art, food, or experiences. It's less suitable for casual conversations. |
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Frequently asked questions: Beautiful vs It is exquisite
What's the difference between Beautiful and It is exquisite?
Beautiful: Very pretty or lovely. It is exquisite: It is very beautiful or well-made.
Which is more formal: Beautiful and It is exquisite?
It is exquisite is the most formal of these.
Which is more common: Beautiful and It is exquisite?
Beautiful is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
Beautiful: The sunset was so beautiful that it took my breath away. It is exquisite: The dress she wore was exquisite, catching everyone's eye at the gala.
Can I use Beautiful and It is exquisite interchangeably?
Not always. Beautiful and It is exquisite are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.