番外
Meanings
exception; outside the regular number
Refers to something not included in the standard count, list, or category; an extra or irregular item. Often used in contexts like rankings, rosters, or programs.
He was treated as an exception.
This player is outside the rankings.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Used as a no-adjective to describe something added beyond the regular set, such as an extra performance, item, or object.
An extra performance has been decided.
We have also prepared additional items.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
outsize; outside standard size
Rare, domain-specific use for items that fall outside standard size categories, such as clothing or equipment.
We handle outsize shoes.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉を番外とするto designate something as extra/outside the regular set
That match was designated as unofficial, outside the official record.
- 番外の〈物〉an extra/additional ~ (beyond the regular set)
An extra performance was added at the end of the concert.