Definition
与众不同 (yǔ zhòng bù tóng) is a four-character idiom meaning "different from the crowd" — it emphasizes being notably distinct or unconventional compared to others. Unlike 独特 (dú tè), which describes a quality of uniqueness, 与众不同 focuses on contrast with a group. It is less intense than 独一无二 (dú yī wú èr "one of a kind") and, unlike 脱颖而出 (tuō yǐng ér chū "to show one's talent"), does not imply achievement or emergence.
idiom
outstandingdistinctivedifferent from the ordinary
Examples
- 与众不同，。Tā zǒngshì chuān de yǔ zhòng bù tóng, hěn yǒu gèxìng.She always dresses distinctively, with a lot of personality.
- 与众不同，。Zhège pǐnpái de shǒujī shèjì yǔ zhòng bù tóng, hěn shòu huānyíng.This brand's phone design stands out from the crowd and is very popular.
- 与众不同，。Tā de xiǎngfǎ yǔ zhòng bù tóng, zǒng néng gěi rén jīngxǐ.His ideas are unique; they always bring surprises.
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