Translation guide
How to express that something is not common, rare, or unusual in Japanese.
To say that something is not common or rarely seen.
The most common and versatile word for 'uncommon' or 'rare'. Can be used for objects, events, or situations.
To express that something deviates from the norm or is not typical.
Literally 'not normal/ordinary'. Used when something is out of the ordinary.
To say that something happens infrequently.
Pattern meaning 'not very often'. Attach a verb in negative form.
He doesn't eat out often. (Eating out is uncommon for him.)
This flower is uncommon, isn't it?
It's uncommon for him to be late.
Literally 'not often seen'. Used for things you don't encounter frequently.
This bird is uncommon to see.
Means 'rare' or 'infrequent'. Slightly more formal or written than 珍しい.
This disease is uncommon.
His behavior is uncommon.
Means 'not common' in the sense of not widespread or not generally the case.
This custom is uncommon in Japan.
Means 'not frequent'. More direct and slightly formal.
Delays on this train are uncommon.