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/espeˈθjal/ ES

/espeˈsjal/ MX

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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

.

It is a very special moment for the whole family.

.

They have a special offer for new customers this month.

, .

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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This word is part of lesson 10.