specify
word
Definition
To clearly state or describe something in detail, often by giving exact information or requirements.
Usage & Nuances
'Specify' is formal and used in instructions, contracts, or when clarity is important. Common with 'requirements', 'details', or after 'please'. Do not confuse with 'explain' (reason), as 'specify' focuses on details or exact things.
Spanish: especificar - detallarPortuguese (BR): especificar - detalharPortuguese (PT): especificar - detalharChinese (Simplified): 具体说明 - 指明Chinese (Traditional): 具體說明 - 指明Hindi: निर्दिष्ट करनाArabic: تحديدBengali: নির্দেশ করা - নির্ধারণ করাRussian: уточнить - указать - определитьJapanese: 明記する - 指定するVietnamese: chỉ rõ - ghi rõKorean: 명시하다 - 지정하다Turkish: belirtmek - belirtisini yapmakUrdu: وضاحت کرنا - متعین کرناIndonesian: menentukan - menyatakan dengan jelas
Example Sentences
Please specify your full name on the form.
basic
You need to specify a delivery address.
basic
Can you specify the time of the meeting?
basic
The job ad didn't specify how much experience is needed.
natural
Could you specify which files I should send first?
natural
They didn't specify any dress code for the party, so wear whatever you like.
natural