insólito
/inˈsolito/adjective★Intermediate— unusual or extraordinary
formalinformal
Unusual, extraordinary, or remarkable in a way that surprises or stands out.
El comportamiento del animal fue insólito.
The animal's behavior was unusual.
Es insólito que llueva tanto en esta época del año.
It's unusual for it to rain so much at this time of year.
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Often used to describe events, behaviors, or situations that defy expectations or norms.
Collocations
es insólito queit is unusual thatcomportamiento insólitounusual behavior
💡Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'insólito' when describing something that is not just rare but also surprising or noteworthy.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'insolitus', meaning 'unusual' or 'unaccustomed'.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to emphasize how something deviates from the norm.
Word Breakdown
in-
not
prefixsólito
usual
rootDiccionario Español-Inglés