What does exotic mean?

Unusual and interesting, especially because of a connection with distant countries. Originating outside the region where something is now found.

How is exotic pronounced?

UK /ɪɡˈzɒtɪk/, US /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/.

/ɪɡˈzɒtɪk/ · /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/

CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #4103 in the learning path

异国情调的；奇异的

adj. Unusual and interesting, especially because of a connection with distant countries.

异国情调的；奇异的

adj. Originating outside the region where something is now found.

外来的；非本土的

The market sells exotic fruits I have never tasted.

市场里卖着我从未尝过的异国水果。

Introducing exotic plants into local gardens can threaten native species if their spread is not controlled.

将外来植物引入当地花园后，若不控制其蔓延，可能会威胁本土物种。

生态语境中指非本土的，不一定具有入侵性。

What does exotic mean?: Unusual and interesting, especially because of a connection with distant countries. Originating outside the region where something is now found.
How is exotic pronounced?: UK /ɪɡˈzɒtɪk/, US /ɪɡˈzɑːtɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.