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How to say "Extraordinary" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "extraordinary", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
非凡
ひぼん (hibon)
N1 / CEFR Syllabus
VS
Japanese Option B
非常上告
ひじょうじょうこく (hijoujoukoku)
C2 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "extraordinary" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 非凡 and 非常上告.
In Japanese, 非凡 (ひぼん (hibon)) is typically associated with "extraordinary; uncommon; genius" (Syllabus Level: N1) and represents Describes someone or something that is exceptionally talented, unique, or stands out remarkably from the ordinary. Often used to praise..
On the other hand, 非常上告 (ひじょうじょうこく (hijoujoukoku)) maps to "extraordinary appeal" (Syllabus Level: C2) and represents Essential structural term in CEFR C2 vocabulary syllabus.. A literal translation of "extraordinary" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "非凡"
彼は非凡な才能の持ち主だ。
He possesses extraordinary talent.
Bilingual Context for "非常上告"
私は非常上告に興味があります。
I am interested in extraordinary appeal.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: "彼は ＿＿＿ な才能の持ち主だ。" (Meaning: "He possesses extraordinary talent.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "非凡" fits here because it means "extraordinary; uncommon; genius" in the context of: "He possesses extraordinary talent.". "非常上告" represents "extraordinary appeal".