# quite a

idiom · CEFR B1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/quite-a
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

you use this to emphasize that someone or something is impressive, unusual, or more important than average.

## Examples

- That was quite a surprise for everyone.
- The new manager is quite a character, and she always makes the office meetings very interesting.
- Winning the championship after such a difficult season was quite a feat for the young, inexperienced team.

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