Translation guide
Describes something that is ordinary, not special, or not worth noticing. In Japanese, this is often expressed with words meaning 'ordinary', 'common', or 'nothing special', depending on the nuance.
To say that something is average, typical, or lacks distinctive features.
Means 'ordinary' or 'mediocre'. Often used for people, lives, or things that are not exceptional.
To emphasize that something is so ordinary it doesn't deserve attention.
彼は平凡なサラリーマンだ。
He is an unremarkable office worker.
It was an unremarkable day.
Means 'normal' or 'ordinary'. Very common and neutral. Can imply 'nothing special'.
It tastes unremarkable, doesn't it?
He is an unremarkable student.
Literally 'there is nothing in particular'. Used to describe something as unremarkable or uneventful.
It's an unremarkable town.
Means 'commonplace' or 'run-of-the-mill'. Often used for things that are not unique.
It's an unremarkable design.
Means 'trivial' or 'insignificant'. Stronger than just 'ordinary'.
It's an unremarkable problem.
Means 'inconspicuous' or 'not standing out'. Used for people or things that blend in.
He is an unremarkable presence.