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specializing

 

[ ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

academic focus

Specializing refers to the process of focusing on a specific area of study or work within a broader field. This allows individuals to gain in-depth knowledge and skills in a particular subject, making them more competent and competitive in their chosen profession. Specialization is common in academic settings, where students choose majors or specific disciplines to concentrate on. It can also apply in the context of business, where a company might specialize in a certain type of product or service to better meet consumer needs.

Synonyms

concentrating, focusing, narrowing

Examples of usage

  • She is specializing in pediatric medicine.
  • The university offers various programs for students specializing in environmental science.
  • He decided to specialize in data analytics for his career.
  • Many engineers are specializing in renewable energy technologies.

Translations

Translations of the word "specializing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 especializando

🇮🇳 विशेषज्ञता लेना

🇩🇪 spezialisieren

🇮🇩 mengkhususkan

🇺🇦 спеціалізуючись

🇵🇱 specjalizując się

🇯🇵 専門化する

🇫🇷 se spécialiser

🇪🇸 especializándose

🇹🇷 uzmanlaşmak

🇰🇷 전문화하다

🇸🇦 تخصص

🇨🇿 specializující se

🇸🇰 špecializujúci sa

🇨🇳 专业化

🇸🇮 specializiranje

🇮🇸 sérhæfing

🇰🇿 мамандану

🇬🇪 სპეციალიზაცია

🇦🇿 ixtisaslaşma

🇲🇽 especializándose

Etymology

The word 'specialize' is derived from the Latin word 'specialis', meaning 'particular' or 'of a particular kind'. The roots can be traced back to 'species', which refers to a particular kind of thing. The modern form began appearing in English around the late 19th century, primarily to describe academic and professional distinctions. Over time, it has evolved to encompass various fields such as medicine, science, and industry, reflecting the increased complexity and diversification of knowledge and skills. The concept of specialization has become central in both educational and professional contexts, emphasizing the necessity of expertise in increasingly specific areas.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,757, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.