English–French
“especially” in French
Pronunciation
IPA/syʁtu/
Example
J'aime la musique, mais j'aime surtout le jazz.
I like music, but I especially like jazz.
How to say “especially” in French
“Especially” in French is surtout.
A particular choice stands out as the main priority among several possibilities.
Example sentences with surtout
Il fait froid, surtout aujourd'hui.
It's cold, especially today.
Tips for using surtout
- Surtout pas means 'above all not' or 'especially not' and commonly strengthens a prohibition or refusal.
Other French words for “especially”
J'aime les fruits, notamment les pommes.
I like fruit, especially apples.
J'aime particulièrement le chocolat.
I especially like chocolate.