raffinati

Raffinati is the masculine plural form of the Italian adjective raffinato, meaning refined, sophisticated, or cultured. The term is used to describe people, objects, or experiences that display polish, elegance, or complexity. The corresponding forms are raffinato (masculine singular), raffinata (feminine singular), raffinate (feminine plural). In English-language contexts, the corresponding English adjectives include refined or sophisticated, depending on Italian gender and number.

Raffinato derives from the Italian verb raffinare, to refine, which in turn traces back to Latin refinare (refine). The adjective is commonly employed in cultural, culinary, and social contexts. In cuisine, it can describe techniques, ingredients, or presentations that are polished and delicate, as in sapori raffinati or cucina raffinata. In social discourse, raffinate can attest to a refined demeanor or taste; however, in some contexts it may imply pretension or elitism.

Raffinati is also encountered as an Italian surname. As with many surnames, its distribution reflects historical family origins, and individuals bearing the name may be found in various regions.