変わった
kawatta
strange, unusual, odd
その店は変わったデザインだね。
That store has a strange design.
informal
Strange, unusual, or odd in a noticeable way.
彼は変わった服を着ている。
He's wearing strange clothes.
変わった考え方を持っている。
He has an unusual way of thinking.
Often used to describe something that stands out as different or eccentric.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Connotation
While '変わった' can describe something positively unusual, it often leans toward 'odd' or 'weird' in English.
Gold Rule
Usage
Avoid using '変わった' to describe people in a negative way, as it can be perceived as rude.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '変わる' (kawaru), meaning 'to change,' with the past tense suffix '-った' (tta) indicating a state of being different.
Usage Notes
Can be used to describe people, objects, or situations that are noticeably different from the norm. Often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation.
Word Breakdown
変わ
change
rootった
past tense suffix indicating a state
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