What is the meaning of 'quite a' and when do I use it? examples: "this city has quite a reputation", "for me that's quite a statement"

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13 de jun de 2014 21:13

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You use it when "something" is impressive, and in some cases complex.

13 de junho de 2014

"quite a" means "bigger or more than average". To say "this city has quite a reputation" begs the question "a reputation for what?". So, I could say "this city has quite a reputation for its horrendous air pollution" or "this city has quite a reputation for its active nightlife". "quite a" is neither positive or negative. It just means "more than average".

13 de junho de 2014

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