Specialize: meaning, definitions and examples
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specialize
[ ˈspeʃəˌlaɪz ]
in a professional field
To concentrate on and become an expert in a particular subject or skill.
Synonyms
concentrate on, focus on, major in
Examples of usage
- She decided to specialize in neurosurgery.
- He chose to specialize in environmental law.
in a specific area
To focus on a specific area within a broader field.
Synonyms
be proficient in, excel in, have expertise in
Examples of usage
- The company specializes in organic skincare products.
- The restaurant specializes in authentic Italian cuisine.
in a particular product or service
To produce or provide a particular product or service as a specialty.
Synonyms
deal in specifically, offer uniquely, provide exclusively
Examples of usage
- The bakery specializes in gluten-free pastries.
- The travel agency specializes in luxury cruises.
Translations
Translations of the word "specialize" in other languages:
🇵🇹 especializar
🇮🇳 विशेषज्ञता प्राप्त करना
🇩🇪 spezialisieren
🇮🇩 mengkhususkan
🇺🇦 спеціалізуватися
🇵🇱 specjalizować się
🇯🇵 専門にする (せんもんにする)
🇫🇷 se spécialiser
🇪🇸 especializarse
🇹🇷 uzmanlaşmak
🇰🇷 전문으로 하다
🇸🇦 تخصص
🇨🇿 specializovat se
🇸🇰 špecializovať sa
🇨🇳 专门化 (zhuānménhuà)
🇸🇮 specializirati se
🇮🇸 sérhæfa sig
🇰🇿 мамандану
🇬🇪 სპეციალიზაცია (spetsializatsia)
🇦🇿 ixtisaslaşmaq
🇲🇽 especializarse
Etymology
The word 'specialize' originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the Latin word 'specialis' meaning 'of a kind'. It gained popularity in the context of focusing on specific skills or areas of expertise, reflecting the growth of specialized professions and industries during that time.
See also: special, specialist, specialists, specialization, specialized, specials, specialty.