異類
See also: 异类
Chinese
different; unusual; strange | kind; type; class; category; similar; like; to resemble | ||
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trad. (異類) | 異 | 類 | |
simp. (异类) | 异 | 类 |
Pronunciation
Adjective
異類
- foreign; exotic; incongruous
- (colloquial) special; unique
Usage notes
- 異類 yìlèi may carry positive or negative connotations depending on the context it is used in; whilst describing a good friend as yìlèi may be acceptable, it but may also be considered rude if used to describe new acquaintances.
Noun
異類
- different kind of group or species
- foreigner; outsider