special
word
/ˈspɛʃəɫ/
SPE-shuhl
/spˈɛʃəl/
SPE-shuhl
Definition
Something that is not ordinary, different in a good way, or has a unique quality. It can describe people, things, events, or feelings.
Usage & Nuances
'Special' is usually positive and often used for compliments ("You're special to me"). Common collocations: 'special offer', 'special occasion', 'feel special'. Not for technical or rare/unique in a neutral sense (use 'specific', 'particular', or 'unique' for precision).
Spanish: especial - especial (único)Portuguese (BR): especial - especial (único)Portuguese (PT): especial - especial (único)Chinese (Simplified): 特别 - 特殊Chinese (Traditional): 特別 - 特殊Hindi: विशेष - खासArabic: مميز - خاصBengali: বিশেষRussian: особый - специальныйJapanese: 特別（とくべつ）Vietnamese: đặc biệtKorean: 특별한Turkish: özelUrdu: خاصIndonesian: spesial
Example Sentences
Today is a special day for our family.
basic
She made a special cake for the party.
basic
You are very special to me.
basic
There’s nothing like a special meal to bring people together.
natural
He felt special when everyone sang happy birthday to him.
natural
This restaurant always has a special on Fridays.
natural