kurios
Translation
curious, strange, odd, peculiar
Examples
Das ist eine kuriose Geschichte.
That is a curious story.
Er hat ein kurioses Hobby.
He has an odd hobby.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is curious/strange His behavior is quite curious.
Similar Words
Synonyms: seltsam (strange), merkwürdig (peculiar); Antonyms: normal (normal), gewöhnlich (ordinary)
Etymology
From Latin 'curiosus' (careful, inquisitive), a cognate of the English word 'curious'. The meaning shifted to 'strange' or 'arousing curiosity'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to 'curious'. Think of something so strange it makes you curious.