Out of this world Meaning in English

expression

US

OWT-uhv-THIS-WURLD

UK

OWT-ov-THIS-WURD

Definition

Used to describe something that is extremely good, impressive, or amazing—so good it seems not to belong in this world.

Usage & Nuances

This is an informal, enthusiastic expression—often used for food, performances, or experiences. It's a compliment meaning something is incredibly good or memorable. Don't use it in very formal writing. Often paired with 'the food was out of this world' or 'her voice is out of this world.'

• Spanish: increíble - espectacular - fuera de este mundo (expresión)
• Portuguese (BR): incrível - espetacular - fora deste mundo (expressão)
• Portuguese (PT): incrível - espetacular - fora deste mundo (expressão)
• Chinese (Simplified): 无与伦比 - 非常棒 - 令人惊叹（表达）
• Chinese (Traditional): 無與倫比 - 非常棒 - 令人驚嘆（表達）
• Hindi: अनूठा - शानदार - दुनिया से बाहर (अभिव्यक्ति)
• Arabic: رائع للغاية - لا يصدق - فوق الخيال (تعبير)
• Bengali: অতুলনীয় - অসাধারণ
• Russian: невообразимый - потрясающий - невероятный
• Japanese: この世のものとは思えない - 最高
• Vietnamese: tuyệt vời - ngoài sức tưởng tượng
• Korean: 환상적인 - 아주 대단한
• Turkish: dünyadan değil - olağanüstü
• Urdu: لاجواب - ناقابلِ یقین
• Indonesian: luar biasa - hebat sekali

Example Sentences

The chocolate cake was out of this world.

basic

Her singing is out of this world.

basic

The view from the mountain is out of this world.

basic

You have to try this pasta—it's out of this world!

natural

The fireworks show last night was just out of this world.

natural

Wow, your idea for the party is out of this world!

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