特殊
tèshūTraditional: 特殊
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Translation
special, particular, exceptional
Word origin
A compound of 特 (tè, special, particular) and 殊 (shū, different, distinct), combining two near-synonyms to stress that something is out of the ordinary.
- Origin
- compound
- Root
- 特 (tè, special) + 殊 (shū, distinct)
Stroke order
特
殊
Examples
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This is a special case.
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He has a particular kind of ability.
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Today is a special day.
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These students need special care.
例。
Exceptions may be made in special circumstances.
特殊 (tèshū) means special, particular or exceptional, and is the standard adjective for circumstances or cases that differ from the norm. It contrasts with 普通 (pǔtōng, ordinary).
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