Dictionary
English - Japanese
Crazy
ˈkreɪzi
Common
~ 3300
~ 3300
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
狂っている (くるっている), 気が狂っている (きがくるっている), 非常識な (ひじょうしきな), 熱狂的な (ねっきょうてきな), 頭のおかしい (あたまのおかしい)
Crazy meanings in Japanese
狂っている (くるっている)
Example:
He is acting crazy today.
彼は今日は狂ったように振る舞っている。
That's a crazy idea!
それは狂ったアイデアだ！
Usage: informalContext: Used to describe someone's irrational behavior or unusual ideas.
Note: This term can have a light-hearted or humorous connotation depending on the context.
気が狂っている (きがくるっている)
Example:
She is going crazy from stress.
彼女はストレスで気が狂っている。
Don't drive me crazy!
私を気が狂わせないで！
Usage: informalContext: Describes a state of mental distress or overwhelming feelings.
Note: Often used to express frustration or exasperation.
非常識な (ひじょうしきな)
Example:
That was a crazy decision.
それは非常識な決定だった。
His behavior was crazy at the party.
彼の行動はパーティーで非常識だった。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe actions or decisions that are nonsensical or illogical.
Note: This term can be used in both serious and casual discussions.
熱狂的な (ねっきょうてきな)
Example:
She is a crazy fan of that band.
彼女はそのバンドの熱狂的なファンだ。
They had a crazy party last night.
彼らは昨夜熱狂的なパーティーを開催した。
Usage: informalContext: Describes intense enthusiasm or excitement about something.
Note: Can be used positively to express passion or dedication.
頭のおかしい (あたまのおかしい)
Example:
You must be crazy to think that!
そんなことを考えるなんて頭がおかしいに違いない！
He said something crazy again.
彼はまた頭のおかしいことを言った。
Usage: informalContext: Used to indicate that someone is being irrational or nonsensical.
Note: Often used in a derogatory way, but can also be used jokingly among friends.
Crazy's synonyms
insane
Insane means mentally deranged or irrational.
Example: He's acting insane lately, making irrational decisions.
Note: Insane is often used in a more clinical or severe context compared to 'crazy.'
mad
Mad means mentally disturbed or insane.
Example: She went mad with excitement when she won the competition.
Note: Mad can also mean angry, so context is important for interpretation.
nutty
Nutty means eccentric or slightly crazy.
Example: His nutty behavior always keeps us entertained.
Note: Nutty is a more lighthearted and informal term compared to 'crazy.'
bonkers
Bonkers means crazy or mad.
Example: The idea seemed a bit bonkers at first, but it turned out to be brilliant.
Note: Bonkers is often used in a playful or humorous way.
loony
Loony means crazy or mentally unstable.
Example: She's always been a bit loony, but we love her for it.
Note: Loony is a more informal and colloquial term for 'crazy.'
Crazy expressions, common phrases
Drive someone crazy
To make someone feel irritated, frustrated, or annoyed.
Example: Her constant tapping on the desk is driving me crazy.
Note: The phrase emphasizes the impact of someone's actions on another person's mental state.
Crazy about
To be very enthusiastic or passionate about something.
Example: He's crazy about vintage cars.
Note: This phrase expresses strong positive feelings towards something rather than just indicating madness.
Like crazy
To do something with great intensity, enthusiasm, or speed.
Example: I've been studying like crazy for the exam.
Note: It emphasizes the degree of effort or dedication put into an activity.
Go crazy
To become very excited, enthusiastic, or emotional.
Example: The crowd went crazy when their team scored the winning goal.
Note: This phrase conveys a sense of excitement or enthusiasm rather than indicating insanity.
Drive me crazy
To cause someone to feel extremely irritated or frustrated.
Example: His constant complaining really drives me crazy.
Note: Similar to 'drive someone crazy,' this phrase highlights the impact of someone's behavior on the speaker.
Crazy idea
An unconventional or unusual idea that may seem unrealistic or far-fetched.
Example: She came up with a crazy idea to start a business selling pet hats.
Note: While 'crazy' can mean insane, in this context, it refers to an idea that is unusual or innovative.
Crazy in love
To be deeply infatuated or in a passionate romantic relationship.
Example: They look at each other like they're crazy in love.
Note: This phrase describes intense romantic feelings rather than implying actual madness.
Like a crazy person
To act in a frenzied, frantic, or chaotic manner.
Example: She was running around the house like a crazy person trying to find her keys.
Note: This phrase portrays intense, frantic behavior rather than a clinical state of mental illness.
Crazy everyday (slang) expressions
Nuts
In informal contexts, 'nuts' is used to describe someone or something as crazy or irrational.
Example: She's acting nuts today. I don't know what's gotten into her.
Note: The term 'nuts' is more casual and colloquial compared to 'crazy'.
Off the wall
When something is 'off the wall', it means it is strange, unconventional, or unexpected in a crazy way.
Example: Their plan to start a business with no experience seems completely off the wall.
Note: This term emphasizes the unconventional nature of the craziness.
Batty
'Batty' is used to describe someone as eccentric, strange, or mentally unstable.
Example: The old lady down the street is a bit batty, always talking to her plants.
Note: This term has a more light-hearted and whimsical connotation than 'crazy'.
Wacko
When someone is 'wacko', it means they are bizarre, eccentric, or have strange beliefs or behaviors.
Example: His conspiracy theories make him come across as a total wacko.
Note: This term often implies a sense of being extremely unconventional or bizarre.
Cracked
When someone is 'cracked', it means they are slightly crazy or eccentric, often in a humorous or endearing way.
Example: Her sense of humor is a bit cracked, but it always makes me laugh.
Note: This term suggests a level of quirkiness or eccentricity rather than serious mental instability.
Crazy - Examples
She's crazy about him.
Don't do anything crazy!
That's a crazy idea.
Crazy grammar
Crazy - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: crazy
Conjugations
Adjective, comparative (Adjective, comparative): crazier
Adjective, superlative (Adjective, superlative): craziest
Adjective (Adjective): crazy
Syllables, Separation and Stress
crazy Contains 2 syllables: cra • zy
Phonetic transcription: ˈkrā-zē
cra zy , ˈkrā zē (The red syllable is stressed)
Crazy - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
crazy: ~ 3300 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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