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    L'étrange (en. The strange)

    le-trahnzh

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Quality of that which is strange, bizarre.
    This event has a strange dimension that disturbs me.
    Cet événement a une dimension d'étrange qui me perturbe.
    Abnormal object or phenomenon.
    The strange thing I saw in that museum fascinated me.
    L'étrange que j'ai vu dans ce musée m'a fasciné.
    adjective
    One that does not resemble what is usual, normal.
    His strange behavior piqued my curiosity.
    Son comportement étrange m'a mis la puce à l'oreille.
    One that evokes curiosity or astonishment.
    There was a strange atmosphere in the room.
    Il y avait une atmosphère étrange dans la pièce.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'extraneus', meaning 'outside' or 'foreign'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    he is strange
    It indicates an abnormal characteristic.
    il est étrange
    to feel strange
    To feel confusion or discomfort.
    se sentir étrange
    a strange dream
    A dream that disturbs or surprises.
    un rêve étrange

    Related Words

    foreigner
    Person of different nationality.
    étranger
    strangeness
    Quality of that which is foreign or strange.
    étrangeté
    abnormal
    One that deviates from the norm.
    anormal

    Slang Meanings

    Something strange or bizarre in everyday life.
    That guy has really strange attitudes, I don't understand.
    Ce mec a des attitudes vraiment étranges, je ne comprends pas.
    An event or situation that defies understanding.
    This party took a strange turn, it was surreal.
    Cette fête a pris une tournure étrange, c'était surréaliste.