[{"role": "user", "content": "I'm studying ancient history and I came across the term 'What is an obelisk?' - can you translate that into Italian for me so I can better understand its significance in Italian historical contexts?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "The translation of 'What is an obelisk?' in Italian is 'Cos'\u00e8 un obelisco?'. An obelisk is a tall, narrow monument typically made of stone, often used to commemorate significant events or people in ancient cultures, including Italian history."}]