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offbeat

/ˈɔfˈbit/

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1 · adj.

unusual and not following common expectations

与众不同的；另类的

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Her offbeat humor made the interview surprisingly lively.
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她别具一格的幽默让采访出奇地生动。
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Pronunciation: /ˈɔfˈbit/

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