What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
weird
Example
The abandoned house had a weird atmosphere that made me feel uneasy. [weird: adjective]
Example
It's weird how he always wears the same outfit every day. [weird: adjective]
Example
She has a weird sense of humor that not everyone understands. [weird: adjective]
peculiar
Example
The old clock had a peculiar ticking sound that I had never heard before. [peculiar: adjective]
Example
It's peculiar how he always eats his pizza with a fork and knife. [peculiar: adjective]
Example
She has a peculiar way of speaking that makes her stand out. [peculiar: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Weird is more commonly used than peculiar in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between weird and peculiar?
Peculiar is considered more formal than weird and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
