seltsam
Meaning and Usage
"Seltsam" in German means "strange" or "odd." It is used to describe something unusual, out of the ordinary, or peculiar.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "seltsam" does not have any particular prefix, root, or suffix. It is an adjective derived from the Middle High German word "seltsame," which means strange or rare.
Comparisons between German and English
The German word "seltsam" is similar in meaning to the English word "strange." Both words are used to describe something that deviates from the expected or usual.
Cultural Context
In German culture, the word "seltsam" is often used to express a mild sense of surprise or curiosity about something that is unconventional or peculiar.
Example Sentences
- Es ist seltsam, dass er heute nicht zur Arbeit gekommen ist. (It's strange that he didn't come to work today.)
- Sie hatte ein seltsames Lächeln auf dem Gesicht. (She had a strange smile on her face.)
Memory Tips
Associate "seltsam" with the English word "strange" and try to remember situations where you encountered something out of the ordinary.
Additional Vocabulary
- Merkwürdig (peculiar)
- Ungewöhnlich (unusual)
- Eigenartig (peculiar)
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
"Seltsam" is an adjective and does not have a gender or plural form.
Conjugation (for verbs)
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