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  4. außergewöhnlich

außergewöhnlich

/aʊsɐɡəˈvøːnlɪç/
exceptional

Das Konzert war außergewöhnlich schön.

The concert was exceptionally beautiful.


formalinformal

Exceptional, extraordinary, or remarkable in a positive way.

Sie hat eine außergewöhnliche Begabung für Musik.

She has an exceptional talent for music.

Die Architektur des Gebäudes ist außergewöhnlich.

The architecture of the building is extraordinary.

Often used to describe people, events, or objects that stand out due to their uniqueness or excellence.

Collocations

außergewöhnliche Begabungexceptional talentaußergewöhnliche Schönheitextraordinary beautyaußergewöhnliche Umständeexceptional circumstances

Synonyms

außerordentlichaußeralltäglichherausragendeinzigartig

Antonyms

gewöhnlichalltäglichdurchschnittlich

Pro Tip

Positive Connotation

Außergewöhnlich always carries a positive connotation, unlike 'ungewöhnlich' (unusual), which can be neutral or negative.

Word Origin

From 'außer' (outside) + 'gewöhnlich' (ordinary), literally meaning 'outside the ordinary' or 'not ordinary'.

Usage Notes

This adjective is commonly used to describe something that is notably different from the norm in a positive way. It can be applied to people, events, or objects.

Word Breakdown

außer
outside
prefix
+
gewöhnlich
ordinary
root
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