Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Unusual”
Something that happens, looks, or happens in a way that is different and not normal.
Word Family of Unusual
What is the noun of unusual? — unusualness
What is the adverb of unusual? — unusually
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- It is unusual to see snow in this city in April. B1
- She has an unusual talent for languages and can speak five fluently. B1
- This painting uses an unusual combination of colors and shapes. B2
Word Form Patterns for Unusual
-ness
Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: unusual → unusualness.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: unusual → unusually.
Origin and Word Formation of Unusual
un- (not) + usual (common); literally "not usual" → deviation from norm.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Unusual
Wrong: This is very unusual interesting.
Correct: This is very unusual. / This is unusually interesting.
Unusual is adj; for adverb form meaning "in rare way", use unusually + adj
Wrong: He has unusual skill.
Correct: He has an unusual skill. / He has unusual skills.
Use article a/an with singular countable noun; unusual is adj without article
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Unusual
What are the word forms of “unusual”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “unusual”?
“unusual” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “unusual” come from?
un- (not) + usual (common); literally "not usual" → deviation from norm.