Portuguese Phrase
Sim, está uma delícia.
Meaning
This phrase is a high-energy way to confirm that food or drink tastes excellent. It uses the verb 'estar' to describe the current state of the meal, emphasizing that the experience of eating it right now is wonderful.
When to use
Use this phrase when a host asks if you like the food or when you want to spontaneously compliment a chef or friend during a meal. It is suitable for both casual family dinners and more formal restaurant settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sim,estáumadelícia
Estar vs Ser
The verb 'estar' is used here because the deliciousness is a temporary state of the specific dish you are consuming.
Gender Agreement
'Delícia' is a feminine noun, which is why we use the feminine indefinite article 'uma' before it.
🗨In Conversation
Você está gostando do jantar?
Are you enjoying the dinner?
Sim, está uma delícia.
Yes, it is delicious.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, é uma delícia.
Use 'estar' instead of 'ser' when referring to the specific food you are eating at the moment.
Sim, está um delícia.
'Delícia' is a feminine noun, so it requires the feminine article 'uma'.
↔Alternatives
Está muito bom.
It is very good.
Que gostoso!
How tasty!
Está divinal.
It is divine (more formal/poetic).
Cultural Tip
In Portuguese-speaking cultures, especially in Brazil, being enthusiastic about food is a common way to show gratitude. Saying 'está uma delícia' is more common and warmer than simply saying 'está bom'.