unusual quality

[/ʌnˈjuːʒuəl ˈkwɒlɪti/]
noun phrasepl: unusual qualities
qualidade inusitada
1. a characteristic or attribute that is not commonly found or expected; something distinctive that sets apart from the norm
The unusual quality of her voice made her stand out among other singers.
A qualidade inusitada de sua voz a destacava entre outras cantoras.
2. a remarkable or noteworthy feature that is rare or uncommon
The painting possessed an unusual quality that captivated all who viewed it.
A pintura possuía uma qualidade inusitada que cativava todos que a observavam.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'qualidade inusitada' is used in both formal and informal contexts to describe distinctive features of people, art, products, or experiences that stand out. Americans often use the phrase 'unusual quality' when discussing art criticism, personal characteristics, or marketing unique products. This expression reflects the cultural value placed on individuality and distinctiveness in both cultures.
NYC Slang
that X-factor
Synonyms / Sinônimos
distinctive featureremarkable characteristicuncommon traitexceptional qualitypeculiar attribute
Antonyms / Antônimos
ordinary qualitycommon characteristictypical featurestandard attribute

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
qualidade inusitada
standard and widely used term
Rio de Janeiro
qualidade diferente
more colloquial alternative
São Paulo
qualidade singular
more formal variant
Portugal
qualidade invulgar
preferred European Portuguese term

Related Words

uniquenesssingularityraritydistinctionpeculiarityeccentricity

Related Idioms & Phrases

a touch of something special
that special something
out of the ordinary
a class of its own
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