How to say 'Strange' in Japanese | 異様

word

Meaning

Strange

Reading

Kanji

異Rare, Different 様Way, Form

Explanation

The Japanese adjectival noun '異様 (いよう)' means 'strange' or 'unusual'. It is used to describe something that is out of the ordinary, peculiar, or abnormal. This word often carries a nuance of something being unsettling or eerie. For example: The atmosphere was strange「その雰囲気は異様だった」(そのふんいきはいようだった). His behavior was unusual「彼の行動は異様だった」(かれのこうどうはいようだった). '異様' is typically used in situations where something deviates significantly from what is considered normal or expected, and it can be applied to a wide range of contexts, including environments, behaviors, or appearances.

Part Of Speech

adjectival noun

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Kanji Grade

Frequency

6531

Composition

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