How to Pronounce "special relationship"
expression
ˈspɛʃəɫ/ /ɹiˈɫeɪʃənˌʃɪp
SPESH-uhl ri-LAY-shun-ship
spˈɛʃəl/ /ɹɪlˈeɪʃənʃˌɪp
spESH-uhl ril-AY-shun-ship
Definition
A 'special relationship' is a connection between two people, groups, or countries that is unique, important, and different from ordinary relationships because of strong emotional, personal, or strategic ties.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɛʃəɫ/ /ɹiˈɫeɪʃənˌʃɪp
British English
spˈɛʃəl/ /ɹɪlˈeɪʃənʃˌɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPESH-uhl ri-LAY-shun-ship
UK
spESH-uhl ril-AY-shun-ship
Listen in Context
They have a special relationship because they trust each other deeply.
The two countries share a special relationship in trade and defense.
Our teacher has a special relationship with her students.
Despite their differences, the two leaders maintained a special relationship that benefited both countries.