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Describing something strange with 奇异 (qíyì)
Description & Modification
Structure
奇异 + 的 + Noun
Explanation
奇异 (qíyì) is an adjective meaning "strange," "peculiar," or "extraordinary." It describes things that are unusual, mysterious, or wondrous. It carries a more literary tone than 奇怪 and often appears in narrative or descriptive writing.
Examples
天空中出现了一道奇异的光。
Tiānkōng zhōng chūxiàn le yī dào qíyì de guāng.
A strange light appeared in the sky.
这座森林里有一种奇异的安静。
Zhè zuò sēnlín lǐ yǒu yī zhǒng qíyì de ānjìng.
There is a strange quietness in this forest.
他讲了一个奇异的故事，大家都听入迷了。
Tā jiǎng le yī gè qíyì de gùshì, dàjiā dōu tīng rùmí le.
He told a strange story, and everyone was fascinated.