Phrase guide

finer things

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

That which is considered of a high quality, expensive or tasteful.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal, plural, plural-only

Examples

  • I'm not materialistic, though I do enjoy the finer things in life.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 美好的事物 (měihǎo de shìwù) — that which is considered of a high quality
  • Chinese Mandarin: 精美的物品 (jīngměi de wùpǐn) — that which is considered of a high quality
  • Finnish: hyvät asiat — that which is considered of a high quality