anōmalia
feminine
The English phrase 'anomaly' can be translated into Latin as anōmalia. If unsure, use anōmalia. Wiktionary also lists irrēgulāritās and abnōrmitās.
Meaning: deviation from norm (noun)
Ways to say it
| Latin | Note |
|---|---|
| anōmalia | feminine |
| irrēgulāritās | feminine |
| abnōrmitās | feminine |
| abnōrmālitās | feminine |
The phrase refers to a deviation from a norm.
What does it mean word for word?
The word anōmalia is derived from Greek roots meaning 'not even' or 'uneven'.
Which one should you use?
While anōmalia refers to a deviation from a standard or a lack of regularity, irrēgulāritās specifically emphasizes a lack of order or rule.
Did you know?
- In classical Latin, the concept of an 'anomaly' in nature was often linked to monstra, which refers to things that are 'shown' as warnings by the gods.
- The word irrēgulāritās shares a root with the English 'regulator', coming from regula, which originally meant a straight wooden rod used for measuring.
Examples in context
- In hoc scriptō est anōmalia.There is an anomaly in this writing.
- Anōmalia in numerīs inventa est.An anomaly was found in the numbers.
Example conversation
Lucius and Julia are discussing a scientific observation.
- LuciusJulia, vīdesne hanc anōmaliam?Julia, do you see this anomaly?
- JuliaIta, Luci, mīrum est.Yes, Lucius, it is strange.
- LuciusCur haec anōmalia hīc est?Why is this anomaly here?
- JuliaFortasse errōrum causa est.Perhaps it is because of errors.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “anomaly” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
