Spanish word

especial

Pronunciation

IPA/espeˈθjal/

Meaning

  • adjectivespecial

Example

Este regalo es especial para ti.

This is a special gift for you.

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More examples

Hoy hay una oferta especial en la tienda.

Today there is a special offer in the store.

Core concept

A notable quality that sets something apart from the usual.

Common phrases

  • oferta especial

    special offer

  • ocasión especial

    special occasion

  • precio especial

    special price

  • servicio especial

    special service

Similar words

único: Exists as the only one of its kind, with no identical example.
distinto: Has qualities or an appearance that are noticeably different from others.
notable: Attracts attention by being striking or clearly worth noticing.

Definition in Spanish

Describe algo fuera de lo común o que posee una cualidad que lo hace notable frente a lo ordinario.

Word origin

Spanish especial derives from Latin specialis, ultimately from species 'kind' or 'appearance', and it denotes a quality that makes something notable.

Usage tips

  • The adverb especialmente is formed from especial and means 'especially', while the adjective takes -es in the plural (un detalle especial, detalles especiales).

Other meanings

  • exceptionaladjective

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