Italian Phrase
Sì, è buonissimo!
Meaning
A lively, enthusiastic way to say “Yes, it’s delicious!” or “Yes, it’s very good!”. The superlative *buonissimo* adds extra praise, showing genuine delight in the taste.
When to use
Use this phrase right after you’ve tried a dish, a drink, or any food‑related experience you love. It works in casual conversations with friends, family, or even with a waiter when you want to compliment the chef.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sì,èbuonissimo!
Sì (affirmation)
An adverb meaning “yes”, used to give a positive answer or agreement.
è (essere, 3rd sing.)
The present‑tense form of the verb *essere* for third‑person singular, meaning “is”.
buonissimo (superlative)
The absolute superlative of *buono* formed with the suffix –issimo, meaning “very good / delicious”.
🗨In Conversation
Il risotto è buono?
Is the risotto good?
Sì, è buonissimo!
Yes, it’s delicious!
✕Common Mistakes
Sì, è buono.
Using the simple adjective *buono* loses the extra enthusiasm that the superlative *buonissimo* conveys.
Sì, sono buonissimo.
The subject is singular (the dish), so the verb must be *è*, not the plural *sono*.
Si, è buonissimo!
The affirmative *Sì* is written with an accent; *si* without accent means “himself/ herself”.
↔Alternatives
Sì, è delizioso!
Yes, it’s delicious!
Sì, è squisito!
Yes, it’s exquisite!
Sì, è ottimo!
Yes, it’s excellent!
Cultural Tip
Italians love to praise food with vivid adjectives. Using the absolute superlative (*buonissimo*, *delizioso*, *squisito*) shows genuine enthusiasm and is perfectly natural in informal settings. In a formal restaurant review you might opt for *ottimo* or *eccellente* instead, but among friends a hearty *buonissimo!* is always welcome.