quite a

• Verstärkende Wendung, die vor Adjektiven oder Substantiven verwendet wird, um einen bemerkenswerten Grad oder eine Eigenschaft hervorzuheben, oft mit Überraschung, Bewunderung oder starkem Eindruck. Sie kann auch eine beträchtliche Menge oder einen erheblichen Umfang ausdrücken.

An intensifying phrase used before adjectives or nouns to emphasize a notable degree or quality, often expressing surprise, admiration, or a strong impression.

1. Remarkable or impressiveB1informal

   Used to emphasize that something is unusual, impressive, or significant.

   Beachtlich

   • That was quite a performance!
   • She is quite a talented musician.
   • We had quite a surprise when we saw the bill.

2. A considerable amountB1informal

   Used to indicate a large or significant quantity or degree.

   ziemlich viel

   • He spent quite a lot of money on that car.
   • It took quite a while to finish the project.
   • There were quite a few people at the party.