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VocabJLPT N1

heterogeneous

な-Adjectiveの-Adjective

Definitions

1. different (quality, nature)
2. heterogeneous

This な-adjective describes something as being of a different nature or character from what surrounds it — strange, incompatible, or out of place. It is used when something clearly doesn't fit in with its environment or group.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My senior told me, "Your perspective is unique — I love it."

Sentence 2

No matter how hard you try, it's exhausting when you feel out of place.

Sentence 3

Wait, that comment just now — didn't that feel totally out of nowhere?

Sentence 4

The new client's requirements are a different nature from our existing specs, so adjustments will be needed.

Sentence 5

Showing up to the neighborhood association meeting in a suit — doesn't that feel a bit out of place?