Rara (en. Strange)

/ˈraɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something infrequent or unusual.
It is rare for it to snow in this city.
Es rara la vez que nevó en esta ciudad.
That shows peculiarities that differentiate it from the norm.
His way of thinking is quite rare.
Su forma de pensar es bastante rara.
That has an exceptional value or quality, often due to its scarcity.
That coin is rare and very valuable among collectors.
Esa moneda es rara y muy valiosa entre los coleccionistas.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'rarem', which means 'rarely occurring.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

rare frog
Expression that refers to something strange or unexpected.
rana rara
rare thing
Used to describe an object or situation that is unusual.
cosa rara
rare person
Refers to someone who has peculiar behaviors or characteristics.
persona rara

Related Words

rarities
Things or situations that are uncommon.
rarezas
rarely
Adverb that indicates that something happens infrequently.
raramente

Slang Meanings

It is used to describe something or someone who is unique and special.
That band is rare, it doesn't sound like the others.
Esa banda es rara, no suena como las demás.
Term in some regions used to refer to people who are eccentric.
She is very rare, but I love her way of being.
Ella es muy rara, pero me encanta su forma de ser.