Cool MateMeaning of Mysterious
difficult to understand or explain; strange
In simple words: Something that is strange and hard to understand.
Mysterious in a sentence
- The disappearance of the ancient artifact remains a mysterious event in history.
- The night sky was filled with mysterious stars, twinkling in different colors.
- She received a mysterious letter with no return address.
- The forest had a mysterious aura that made visitors feel uneasy.
- In the movie, the protagonist encounters a mysterious stranger who changes his life.
How to use Mysterious
Use 'mysterious' to describe things that have an element of the unknown or are puzzling. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in overly casual settings as it might sound too elaborate.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'mystery' – something you want to solve, but it’s hidden.
Related words
Collocations with Mysterious
- mysterious figure
- mysterious event
- mysterious circumstances
- mysterious past
- mysterious disappearance
Synonyms for Mysterious
- enigmatic
Common mistakes with Mysterious
- Using 'mysterious' to describe something common or usual.
- Confusing 'mysterious' with 'mystical'.
- Incorrectly spelling 'mysterious' as 'mysteriuos'.
Mysterious appears in
Mysterious in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غامض
شيء غريب وصعب الفهم.
- Bengaliবাংলা
রহস্যময়
এমন কিছু যা অদ্ভুত এবং বোঝা কঠিন।
- GermanDeutsch
Mysteriös
Etwas, das seltsam und schwer zu verstehen ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Misterioso
Algo que es extraño y difícil de entender.
- Persianفارسی
رازآلود، مرموز
یه چیزی که عجیبه و فهمیدنش سخته.
- FrenchFrançais
Mystérieux
Quelque chose d'étrange et de difficile à comprendre.
- Hindiहिन्दी
रहस्यमय
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो अजीब हो और जिसे समझना मुश्किल हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Misterioso
Qualcosa di strano e difficile da capire.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Misterioso
Algo que é estranho e difícil de entender.
- RussianРусский
Таинственный, загадочный
Что-то странное и трудное для понимания.
- Urduاردو
پُراسرار، رازآلود
کوئی ایسی چیز جو عجیب ہو اور سمجھنا مشکل ہو۔
- Chinese中文
神秘的
一些奇怪且难以理解的事物。
More words like Mysterious
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Mysterious
What does Mysterious mean?
Something that is strange and hard to understand.
What is the definition of Mysterious?
difficult to understand or explain; strange
How do you use Mysterious in a sentence?
The disappearance of the ancient artifact remains a mysterious event in history.
Can you give another example of Mysterious?
The night sky was filled with mysterious stars, twinkling in different colors.
What are synonyms for Mysterious?
Common alternatives include enigmatic.
What is the opposite of Mysterious?
Opposite meanings include obvious, clear, evident.
What words go with Mysterious?
It commonly pairs with mysterious figure, mysterious event, mysterious circumstances, mysterious past, mysterious disappearance.
What are common mistakes when using Mysterious?
Using 'mysterious' to describe something common or usual. Confusing 'mysterious' with 'mystical'. Incorrectly spelling 'mysterious' as 'mysteriuos'.
How do you pronounce Mysterious?
US: /["/mɪˈstɪriəs/"]/, UK: /["/mɪˈstɪəriəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Mysterious?
Use 'mysterious' to describe things that have an element of the unknown or are puzzling. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in overly casual settings as it might sound too elaborate.
What CEFR level is Mysterious?
"Mysterious" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.