/espeˈθjal/
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Translation
special, particular
Word origin
From Latin specialis ('individual, particular'), from species ('kind, sort, appearance'). The same root gives the English words below.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- specialis
- English cognates
- special, species
Grammar
Feminineespecial
Masc pluralespeciales
Examples
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It is a very special moment for the whole family.
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They have a special offer for new customers this month.
propuesta, estándar.
There is nothing special about the proposal, it is quite standard.
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We prepared a special dinner for his birthday.
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She needs special attention because of her age.
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