ˈzɛltzaːm
New to these symbols? Learn to read IPA
Translation
strange, odd, peculiar
Know this word? Create a free account to track it.
Word origin
From selten (rare) with the adjective suffix -sam, literally occurring rarely, uncommon.
- Origin
- German
- Root
- selten + -sam
Grammar
Examples
.
That was a strange feeling.
benimmt .
He has been behaving strangely lately.
, .
It is odd that she has not called yet.
Where this fits
Add to review queue
Track this word in your spaced-repetition queue and be tested on it at the right interval.
German · Free printables
seltsam: worksheet, infographic and listicle
Free printable study downloads for the German word "seltsam" (strange, odd, peculiar): a worksheet with the answer key built in, an infographic, and a sentence listicle. Open any one to view, print or save.
Free for members
The printable worksheets, infographics and PDFs are free with an account. Start a free week and download as many as you like.
Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 12: Words 691-700.