别致

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 这家咖啡馆的装修很别致。▶ —
   This café’s decor is quite distinctive.
2. 她的礼物很别致。▶ —
   Her gift is unique and out of the ordinary.

Collocations

Mnemonic

别 bié "different, other" + 致 zhì "to reach; taste, charm": an out-of-the-ordinary charm, i.e. distinctive, unique, tasteful. Korean renders it as "distinctive, unique, chic". It describes something uncommon and freshly stylish, with individuality (造型别致 a distinctive design, 别致的设计). It is not mere "difference" but a positive term carrying refined charm. 别 means "different, other" (特别, 区别); 致 means "to reach; taste" (精致, 情致). It connects with 别具一格.

Related

Quick check

1. What does 别致 mean?

   • distinctive with out-of-the-ordinary charm
   • common and ordinary
   • old and tacky
   • big and grand