Meaning
gem, treat
- a delightful, rare, or special thing; a gem or treat
- a piece of candy or sweet (traditional / child-directed sense)
In a sentence
Quel piccolo ristorante nascosto nel vicolo è una vera chicca.
That little restaurant hidden in the alley is a real gem.
Hai ascoltato la chicca musicale alla fine del disco?
Did you listen to the musical gem at the end of the album?
La guida non ha dimenticato di mostrarci qualche chicca storica.
The guide didn't forget to show us a few historical gems.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| chicca | feminine · singular |
| chicche | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Informal: used to praise a delightful detail, rare item, or clever touch.