specific
word
/spəˈsɪfɪk/
spuh-SI-fik
/spəsˈɪfɪk/
spuh-SI-fik
Definition
Used to describe something that is exact, clear, and particular rather than general. It can refer to a detail, reason, person, thing, or type that is clearly identified.
Usage & Nuances
Common patterns: 'specific reason', 'specific details', 'be specific', and 'specific to'. 'Specific' means precise or particular, while 'special' means unusual or important. 'Particular' is often similar but can sound slightly more formal or selective depending on context.
Spanish: específico - concreto - determinadoPortuguese (BR): específico - exato - determinadoPortuguese (PT): específico - concreto - determinadoChinese (Simplified): 具体的 - 明确的 - 特定的Chinese (Traditional): 具體的 - 明確的 - 特定的Hindi: विशिष्ट - खास - स्पष्टArabic: محدد - دقيق - معيّنBengali: নির্দিষ্ট - বিশেষRussian: конкретный - определённыйJapanese: 特定の - 具体的なVietnamese: cụ thể - riêng biệtKorean: 특정한 - 구체적인Turkish: belirli - spesifikUrdu: مخصوص - معینIndonesian: spesifik - tertentu
Example Sentences
She wants a specific color for the room.
basic
Please be specific in your answer.
basic
I didn't have a specific plan, so I just walked around the city.
natural
Is there a specific reason you don't want to go?
natural
This rule is specific to new employees.
natural
Can you give me a specific time?
basic