Cool MateMeaning of Strange
In simple words: Unusual or odd; not normal.
Strange in a sentence
- That was a strange noise coming from the basement.
- She had a strange feeling that something was not right.
- His behavior was very strange at the party last night.
- They visited a strange-looking building in the city.
- It's strange how quickly time flies when you're having fun.
- I met a strange man who claimed to have seen a UFO.
How to use Strange
Use 'strange' to describe things that are not typical or expected. It can have a slightly negative connotation, depending on context, like feeling uncomfortable about something unfamiliar.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'strange' as sounds like 'range' – imagine a very odd range of unusual colors in a painting.
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Collocations with Strange
Common mistakes with Strange
- Confusing 'strange' with 'stranger', which refers to a person unknown to you.
- Using 'strange' when 'unusual' is more suitable in formal contexts.
- Overusing 'strange' when describing common things.
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Strange in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غريب
غير عادي أو غريب؛ ليس طبيعيًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
অদ্ভুত
অস্বাভাবিক বা অদ্ভুত; স্বাভাবিক নয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Seltsam, komisch, fremd
Ungewöhnlich oder seltsam; nicht normal.
- SpanishEspañol
Extraño
Inusual u odd; no normal.
- Persianفارسی
عجیب
غیرمعمول یا عجیب؛ غیرعادی نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Étrange
Bizarre ou inhabituel ; pas normal.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अजीब
असामान्य या अजीब; सामान्य नहीं।
- ItalianItaliano
Strano
Insolito o bizzarro; non normale.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Estranho
Incomum ou esquisito; não normal.
- RussianРусский
Странный, необычный
Необычный или странный; ненормальный.
- Urduاردو
عجیب,غریب
غیر معمولی یا عجیب؛ نارمل نہیں۔
- Chinese中文
奇怪的
不寻常或奇特；不正常。
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Frequently asked questions about Strange
What does Strange mean?
Unusual or odd; not normal.
What is the definition of Strange?
unusual or surprising, especially in a way that is difficult to understand
How do you use Strange in a sentence?
That was a strange noise coming from the basement.
Can you give another example of Strange?
She had a strange feeling that something was not right.
What are synonyms for Strange?
Common alternatives include odd, unusual, peculiar, weird, abnormal.
What is the opposite of Strange?
Opposite meanings include normal, usual, common.
What words go with Strange?
It commonly pairs with appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, to, strange and wonderful, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, to, strange and wonderful.
What are common mistakes when using Strange?
Confusing 'strange' with 'stranger', which refers to a person unknown to you. Using 'strange' when 'unusual' is more suitable in formal contexts. Overusing 'strange' when describing common things.
How do you pronounce Strange?
US: /["/streɪndʒ/"]/, UK: /["/streɪndʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Strange?
Use 'strange' to describe things that are not typical or expected. It can have a slightly negative connotation, depending on context, like feeling uncomfortable about something unfamiliar.
What CEFR level is Strange?
"Strange" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.