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specially

 

[ ˈspeʃ.əl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

specific purpose

The adverb 'specially' refers to something that is done or intended for a specific purpose, reason, or occasion. It implies a level of distinctiveness or uniqueness, indicating that something is not general but tailored or reserved for a particular situation. It can also indicate preference or emphasis on the importance of the specified purpose. For example, when you say something is made 'specially for you', it suggests a personal touch or special effort was made.

Synonyms

exclusively, particularly, specifically

Examples of usage

  • I made this cake specially for your birthday.
  • She chose those flowers specially for the event.
  • This room has been designed specially for children.

Translations

Translations of the word "specially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 especialmente

🇮🇳 विशेष रूप से

🇩🇪 besonders

🇮🇩 khususnya

🇺🇦 особливо

🇵🇱 szczególnie

🇯🇵 特に

🇫🇷 spécialement

🇪🇸 especialmente

🇹🇷 özellikle

🇰🇷 특히

🇸🇦 خصوصا

🇨🇿 zejména

🇸🇰 najmä

🇨🇳 特别

🇸🇮 posebej

🇮🇸 sérstaklega

🇰🇿 ерекше

🇬🇪 მخصوصი

🇦🇿 xüsusilə

🇲🇽 especialmente

Word origin

The word 'specially' is derived from the adjective 'special', which itself originates from the Latin term 'specialis', meaning 'individual' or 'particular'. The transition to the adverb form 'specially' occurred in Middle English during the 14th century, where it began to be used in contexts indicating something that stands out or is different from the usual. 'Special' has roots in the Old French 'especial', which carried a similar meaning. Over centuries, 'specially' has been employed in various contexts emphasizing uniqueness or particularity, often in relation to food, events, and personal gestures. Its usage has become widespread in both spoken and written English, reflecting the gradual evolution of language and the increasing importance of individuality in communication.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,728, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.