〜きっての
Formation
Meaning
Used when describing someone or something as the most outstanding, exceptional, or representative member within a specific group, organization, or region.
Note
Indicates the absolute best or most representative member within a specific defined scope or category (region, organization, group). It is always attached directly to a noun representing that scope. It is a formal and somewhat stiff expression, often found in documentaries, news, or formal introductions. For example, 'best student in the school' or 'most beautiful woman in the town'.
Examples
彼はこの大学きっての秀才だ。
He is the brightest student in this university.
彼女はこの町きっての美人だ。
She is the most beautiful woman in this town.
我々のチームきっての強打者が怪我をした。
The best hitter on our team got injured.
彼は政界きっての策士として知られている。
He is known as the shrewdest tactician in the political world.
この温泉はこの地方きっての名湯だ。
This hot spring is the most famous in this region.
彼はわが社きってのアイデアマンだ。
He is the best idea man in our company.