Cool MateExtraordinary vs That's so wonderful
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
Extraordinary
Top 2,000 (common)B2adjective
That's so wonderful
Top 2,000 (common)
| Extraordinary | That's so wonderful | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 /["/ɪkˈstrɔːdnri/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪkˈstrɔːrdəneri/"]/ | 🇬🇧 //ðæts səʊ ˈwʌndəfəl//🇺🇸 //ðæts soʊ ˈwʌndərfəl// |
| Meaning | very unusual or remarkable | It’s really great and nice. |
| Example | Her performance was nothing short of extraordinary, captivating the entire audience. | When she received the award, her reaction was, 'That's so wonderful!' |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 2,000 (common) | Top 2,000 (common) |
| CEFR level | B2 | - |
| Part of speech | adjective | |
| Collocations | appear, be, feel, most, really, truly | that's wonderful news, that's so wonderful to hear, that's wonderful indeed |
| Antonyms | ordinary, common, usual | - |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'ordinary', thinking they are similar., Using inappropriately in very casual chats; feels too formal., Mispronouncing the word, especially the 'extra-' part. | Using it in a sarcastic way without context., Overusing it for everyday situations., Not matching tone with the situation. |
| Usage notes | Use 'extraordinary' to describe something very special or impressive. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but try to avoid it in everyday casual conversations. | Use this phrase to express joy or appreciation. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but might be considered overly enthusiastic in some professional settings. |
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Frequently asked questions: Extraordinary vs That's so wonderful
What's the difference between Extraordinary and That's so wonderful?
Extraordinary: very unusual or remarkable That's so wonderful: It’s really great and nice.
Can you show an example of each?
Extraordinary: Her performance was nothing short of extraordinary, captivating the entire audience. That's so wonderful: When she received the award, her reaction was, 'That's so wonderful!'
Can I use Extraordinary and That's so wonderful interchangeably?
Not always. Extraordinary and That's so wonderful are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.