Spanish Conversation · Level 27
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Spanish word
inusual
Pronunciation
IPA/inuˈswal/
Meaning
- adjectiveunusual
Example
Es inusual ver tanta gente aquí.
It's unusual to see so many people here.
More examples
Un comportamiento inusual llamó la atención de todos.
An unusual behavior caught everyone's attention.
Core concept
A rare occurrence in a given context.
Common phrases
comportamiento inusual
unusual behavior
fenómeno inusual
unusual phenomenon
algo inusual
something unusual
Similar words
raro: Occurs very infrequently, emphasizing how uncommon it is.
extraño: Feels strange or out of place, provoking puzzlement.
insólito: Goes beyond the ordinary and produces clear surprise or amazement.
Definition in Spanish
Que se presenta con poca frecuencia y resulta poco habitual en un contexto dado.
Word origin
Formed from Latin in- 'not' and usualis 'habitual' (from usus 'use'), giving the sense 'not habitual'.
Usage tips
- Close to inusitado in meaning but typically less dramatic, with inusitado used when something is striking or remarkable.