uncommon trait

[/ʌnˈkɒmən treɪt/]
noun phrasepl: uncommon traits
característica incomum
1. A characteristic, quality, or feature that is not frequently found or observed in most people or things; a rare or distinctive attribute
Having red hair is an uncommon trait found in only about 1-2% of the world's population.
Ter cabelos ruivos é uma característica incomum encontrada em apenas 1-2% da população mundial.
2. An unusual or distinctive quality that sets someone or something apart from the norm
Her ability to remember every conversation verbatim was an uncommon trait that impressed her colleagues.
Sua capacidade de lembrar de cada conversa palavra por palavra era uma característica incomum que impressionava seus colegas.
The concept of 'uncommon traits' is frequently discussed in American contexts related to genetics, psychology, and social distinction, often with positive connotations of uniqueness and individuality. In Brazil, while the term is understood, there is often more emphasis on community and shared characteristics, though appreciation for distinctive traits is growing in contemporary culture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rare traitunusual characteristicdistinctive featureatypical qualityremarkable attribute
Antonyms / Antônimos
common traittypical characteristicordinary featureusual quality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
característica incomum / traço incomum
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
coisa rara / característica diferente
More colloquial usage
São Paulo
característica incomum / traço peculiar
More formal business and academic contexts
Portugal
característica invulgar / traço raro
Portuguese uses 'invulgar' more frequently than 'incomum'

Related Words

characteristicpeculiaritydistinctivenessrarityanomalyidiosyncrasy

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand out from the crowd
one in a million
a rare breed
few and far between
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