Extraordinaria (en. Extraordinary)

/eks.tɾao.ɾdiˈna.ɾja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is considered exceptional or notable.
His performance on the exam was extraordinary.
Su rendimiento en el examen fue extraordinario.
That stands out for its quality, quantity, or attribute.
The movie had an extraordinary performance.
La película tuvo una actuación extraordinaria.
Something that is not normal or usual.
They had an extraordinary party to celebrate their anniversary.
Tuvieron una fiesta extraordinaria para celebrar su aniversario.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'extraordinarius', which means 'outside of the ordinary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an extraordinary talent
an exceptional talent that stands out above average.
un talento extraordinario
an extraordinary occasion
a special occasion that requires celebration.
una ocasión extraordinaria
extraordinary results
results that exceed normal expectations.
resultados extraordinarios

Related Words

extraordinarily
In an extraordinary manner, that is, in an exceptional way.
extraordinariamente
extraordinary
That is different from the common, synonymous with extraordinary in the masculine gender.
extraordinario

Slang Meanings

Cool
That party was extraordinary, I loved it!
Esa fiesta estuvo extraordinaria, ¡me encantó!
Incredible
You did an extraordinary job on the project.
Hiciste un trabajo extraordinario en el proyecto.