bizarre in English
- bizarre⇄adv. bizarrely.
- bizarre⇄bizarre, adjective.
strikingly odd or queer in appearance or style; fantastic; grotesque.
Ex. The frost made bizarre patterns on the windowpanes.
bizarre in Sindhi سنڌي
bizarre
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
/bɪˈzɑːr/
Definitions
- Very strange or unusual, especially in a striking or shocking way.
- Markedly unconventional or unexpected.
Usage Examples
- The film had a bizarre twist at the end.
- The artist's work was known for its bizarre concepts.
Etymology
From French "bizarre," meaning odd or fantastic, possibly derived from Italian "bizzarro," meaning irritable or eccentric, of uncertain origin.
Synonyms
- Strange
- Odd
- Weird
- Peculiar
- Eccentric
Antonyms
- Normal
- Ordinary
- Common
- Conventional
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | extraño | /esˈtɾa.ɲo/ |
| French | étrange | /e.tʁɑ̃ʒ/ |
| Hindi | अजीब | /əˈdʒiːb/ |
| Chinese | 奇怪 | /qíguài/ |
| Russian | странный | /ˈstran.nɨj/ |
| German | seltsam | /ˈzɛlt.saːm/ |
| Arabic | غريب | /ɣariːb/ |
| Portuguese | bizarro | /biˈzaʁu/ |
| Japanese | 奇妙 | /kimyō/ |
| Italian | bizzarro | /bitˈdzarro/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /bɪˈzɑːr/
- British English: /bɪˈzɑː/
Historical Usage
The word "bizarre" entered English in the late 16th century, with its meaning evolving from "odd" to encompass meanings of unconventional and unexpected behaviors or objects.
Cultural Nuances
Across cultures, the concept of what is bizarre can vary significantly. What is considered bizarre in one culture may be seen as normal or even traditional in another.
More Information
The term "bizarre" is widely used in literature, art, and media to describe the strange, surreal, or outlandish. Its use often conveys an element of shock or awe, often eliciting strong reactions from audiences.