la Sfinge

sphinx, enigmatic, silent person

ˈs f i n . d͡ʒ e → sfinge

noun · feminine Rare #47,220

sphinx Often refers to the ancient Egyptian statue or the mythological creature.

IT: La sfinge si trova vicino alle piramidi.

EN: The sphinx is near the pyramids.

enigmatic, silent person Figurative; describes someone who reveals very little about what they think or feel.

IT: Da quando è arrivato, è una sfinge.

EN: Since he arrived, he’s been an enigma.

Should I write “Sphinx” with a lowercase or uppercase letter?

— Quasi amici - Intouchables (2011)

That Sphinx is really smart!