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"

Dima

13 Haz 2014 21:13

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

13 Haziran 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 Haziran 2014

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