offbeat

ˈɒfˌbiːt
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Translation of offbeat from English into Dutch,

Adjective

1.

unusual person

unusual or quirky in style, behavior, or personality
  • Her offbeat sense of humor made everyone laugh.Haar excentrieke gevoel voor humor liet iedereen lachen.
2.

irregular rhythm

different from what is usual or expected in timing
  • The drummer played an offbeat rhythm that energized the crowd.De drummer speelde een onregelmatig ritme dat het publiek energie gaf

Noun

1.

culture

unconventional person who does not conform
  • She is an offbeat who always challenges norms.Zij is een non-conformist die altijd de normen uitdaagt.
2.

music

TECH.
beats not normally accented in music
TECH.
afterbeat offbeat
  • The drummer emphasized the offbeat for a unique rhythm.De drummer benadrukte de afterbeat voor een uniek ritme.
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Synonyms and analogies of offbeat in English

Examples of offbeat in a sentence

  • The director prefers offbeat actors for indie films.
  • The offbeat tempo made the song unique.
  • His offbeat drumming style set the band apart.
  • He was an offbeat who thrived in creative environments.
  • Offbeats often bring fresh perspectives to the table.
  • The guitarist played on the offbeat to add flair.

Translations of "offbeat" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
ongebruikelijkadj.

You could say my style is very non-traditional and pretty offbeat.

Je zou kunnen zeggen dat mijn stijl erg niet-traditioneel en behoorlijk ongebruikelijk is.

eigenzinnigadj.

In the classroom, the offbeat student often asks unconventional questions.

In de klas stelt de eigenzinnige leerling vaak ongewone, onverwachte vragen.

ongewoonadj.

The band used an offbeat pattern that challenged traditional music forms.

De band gebruikte een ongewoon patroon dat brak met de traditionele muziekstijl.

afwijkendadj.

We enjoyed the offbeat percussion that gave the music a fresh feel.

We genoten van de afwijkende percussie die de muziek een frisse sfeer gaf.

excentriekadj.

However offbeat and unusual he might be to the outside world.

Hoe excentriek en ongewoon hij kan zijn voor de buitenwereld.

onconventioneeladj.

He created a hotel with offbeat and fun décor.

Hij heeft een onconventioneel hotel gecreëerd met een vermakelijke inrichting.

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offbeat: Examples and translations in context

He's always coming up with crazy, offbeat ideas like that.

Hij komt altijd met gekke, ongebruikelijke ideeën zoals dat.

This new site deals with very often offbeat topics and unusual news.

Deze nieuwe site behandelt vaak ongebruikelijke onderwerpen en ongewoon nieuws.

Full of extremely relevant and interesting surprises, thanks to the offbeat views.

Dankzij de ongebruikelijke standpunten zit het vol uiterst relevante en interessante verrassingen.

Her offbeat timing made the dance routine more interesting.

Haar ongebruikelijke timing maakte de dansroutine een stuk interessanter.

Cheerful, positive, offbeat decor takes pride of place in your homes.

Vrolijk, positief, ongebruikelijk decor staat bij u thuis op de eerste rij.

Famous personalities, relaxation, humor or completely crazy or offbeat articles!

Beroemde persoonlijkheden, ontspanning, humor of helemaal gekke of ongebruikelijke artikelen!

He's always coming up with crazy, offbeat ideas like that.

Hij komt altijd met gekke, ongebruikelijke ideeën zoals dat.

Her home decor is offbeat, filled with colorful and unique items.

Haar interieur is behoorlijk eigenzinnig, vol kleurrijke en unieke spullen.

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