noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
extraordinary; exceptional; unprecedented
Describes something that breaks the usual standards or expectations, often in a positive or remarkable way. Used for achievements, talent, measures, etc.
彼は破格の才能を持っている。
He has extraordinary talent.
破格の条件で契約を結んだ。
They signed the contract on exceptional terms.
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective, noun
solecistic; non-standard; irregular
Grammar term for usage that deviates from standard rules. Often used in linguistic or educational contexts.
この表現は文法的に破格と見なされる。
This expression is considered grammatically irregular.
Compound of 破 (break, destroy) and 格 (standard, rule). Literally 'breaking the standard', it came to mean something that exceeds or deviates from the norm.