Especially: meaning, definitions and examples
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especially
[ ɪˈspɛʃ(ə)li ]
in particular
Used to single out one person or thing over all others.
Synonyms
notably, particularly, specifically
Examples of usage
- I love all fruits, especially mangoes.
- The children were especially excited to see the fireworks.
- She was especially talented in playing the piano.
to a great extent
Used to emphasize a quality or condition.
Synonyms
exceptionally, extraordinarily, remarkably
Examples of usage
- The team played especially well in the final match.
- She looked especially beautiful in that dress.
- This cake is especially delicious.
Translations
Translations of the word "especially" in other languages:
🇵🇹 especialmente
🇮🇳 विशेष रूप से
🇩🇪 besonders
🇮🇩 terutama
🇺🇦 особливо
🇵🇱 szczególnie
🇯🇵 特に
🇫🇷 surtout
🇪🇸 especialmente
🇹🇷 özellikle
🇰🇷 특히
🇸🇦 خاصةً
🇨🇿 zejména
🇸🇰 najmä
🇨🇳 特别
🇸🇮 zlasti
🇮🇸 sérstaklega
🇰🇿 әсіресе
🇬🇪 განსაკუთრებით
🇦🇿 xüsusilə
🇲🇽 especialmente
Word origin
The word 'especially' originated from the Middle English word 'especial', which came from the Old French 'especial' meaning 'particular'. The adverb form 'especially' has been in use since the 15th century, evolving to its current meaning of 'particularly' or 'to a great extent'. It is a versatile word that adds emphasis or specificity to a statement.