Offbeat: meaning, definitions and examples
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offbeat
[ ˈɒfˌbiːt ]
style
Different from what is usual or expected; unconventional.
Synonyms
eccentric, idiosyncratic, quirky, unconventional
Examples of usage
- She has an offbeat sense of humor.
- Their offbeat approach to marketing really stands out.
music
A note or rhythm that is accented or played at a weak beat.
Synonyms
accented beat, off-rhythm, syncopation
Examples of usage
- The drummer added an offbeat to the song, giving it a unique feel.
- The offbeat in this jazz piece creates a sense of anticipation.
Translations
Translations of the word "offbeat" in other languages:
🇵🇹 excêntrico
🇮🇳 अजीब
🇩🇪 ungewöhnlich
🇮🇩 tidak biasa
🇺🇦 незвичайний
🇵🇱 nietypowy
🇯🇵 風変わりな
🇫🇷 inhabituel
🇪🇸 inusual
🇹🇷 alışılmadık
🇰🇷 별난
🇸🇦 غير تقليدي
🇨🇿 nezvyklý
🇸🇰 nezvyčajný
🇨🇳 非传统的
🇸🇮 nenavaden
🇮🇸 óvenjulegur
🇰🇿 ерекше
🇬🇪 უცნაური
🇦🇿 qeyri-adi
🇲🇽 inusual
Etymology
The word 'offbeat' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'off' and 'beat' to describe something that is different from the norm or that deviates from the usual rhythm or pattern. The term has since been widely used in various contexts to signify uniqueness, unconventionality, or a departure from the expected.
See also: backbeat, beat, beatable, beaten, beater, beating, downbeat, unbeatability, unbeatable, upbeat.